Runner Quotes
Fast thoughts from athletes and film fans alike.
Some voices here flatly reject the runner label despite their athletic build, while others recall training for the 5,000m ahead of an Olympic Games. See related picks in our Omi quotes.
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I'm an athlete, but I'm not a runner. I'm 5-foot-8 and stocky - not exactly a runner's type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these runner quotes only about track and field?
No, they also cover Olympic training memories and even a nod to a well-known science-fiction film sharing the word runner.
Do any quotes deny being a runner despite being athletic?
Yes, a few speakers explain that despite their athletic build, they don't identify as runners in the traditional sense.
Is there an Olympic connection in this collection?
One quote recalls competing as a 5,000m runner in the lead-up to the 1976 Olympics.
Why would a film be mentioned in runner quotes?
Because the word runner appears in a beloved film title, one quote simply praises it as a personal favorite. See our Omi quotes for more.
What tone do these runner quotes take overall?
They're conversational and personal, often contrasting physical build or personality with the expected image of a runner.
There's even a detour into cinema, with one line praising a beloved sci-fi classic instead of the sport itself. Continue reading with Lil Baby quotes and David Fahrenthold quotes.
