25+ Funny Signs From the NYC Marathon Providing 26.2 Miles of Laughter

Running is a dang hard sport. It requires so much fortitude of the mind. Even if your body is in the right condition, your brain needs just as much effort. In order to run for that long, you need to be able to keep yourself occupied and motivated in your brain. If you start to think that you can't do it, then it's as good as over. But if you're flooding yourself with positivity and motivation, you can make it to the finish line. Running is a pretty simple activity. Once you have the right form, it's all about pushing yourself, training, and being consistent about your efforts. Maybe you have a favorite playlist you return to when you need a little extra oomph. Or maybe you use it as a chance to clear your mind and get a little bit of time away from your real life and the tasks at hand. Who doesn't feel like running away from time to time? Sometimes it's nice to have a literal manifestation of that. It's also a great way to explore your neighborhood and your terrain. You can plan routes in interesting areas and come away with so much fun knowledge. Maybe you get to commune with nature during your runs, or maybe you're motivated by finishing recording your workout on Strava. 
 

No matter what kind of runner you are, you need encouragement. That's where the signs come in. Not only are they fun messages that make you feel like you can keep going, but they're a sign (literally) that people out there are rooting for you. The encouragement of others is a huge part of accomplishing any goal. You need to feel like the world has your back, or else you might feel completely alone. The runners at the NYC marathon certainly didn't feel alone this time. The city was there to root them on, and they brought out their best and funniest signs to do so.