12 Things You Should Never Say to Runners

Runners are generally friendly people, always ready to offer an acknowledging wave or a quick tip to those just picking up the sport.

However, there are a handful of sayings that will get a runner riled up faster than a pebble wedged in their running shoe. Heads up, non-runners: Make sure never to say these things to a serious (or even semi-serious) runner.

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Erica Schuckies

Erica Schuckies is a writer for Active.com. After graduating from Colorado State University, she spent time working in the rodeo industry, followed by three years with Berkshire Hathaway's Business Wire. Erica enjoys fitness, running, hunting, fishing and being outdoors. Follow Erica on on Twitter, Instagram or Google+.
Erica Schuckies is a writer for Active.com. After graduating from Colorado State University, she spent time working in the rodeo industry, followed by three years with Berkshire Hathaway's Business Wire. Erica enjoys fitness, running, hunting, fishing and being outdoors. Follow Erica on on Twitter, Instagram or Google+.

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