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Inspiring Marathon Signs

Support marathons with inspiring quotes

By , About.com Guide

Updated April 29, 2012

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Marathon runners could definitely use some inspiration during their 26.2 mile journey. Here are some inspirational quotes for spectators' signs:

  • "On this day, you're my hero."
  • "Pain is temporary, pride is forever."
  • "You've done harder things than this."
  • "You made it to the START, you will make it to the FINISH."
  • "Never back down.
  • "Pain is just weakness leaving your body."
  • "Remember the reasons you are running."
  • 26.2 miles...because 26.3 is crazy."
  • "Think bragging rights"
  • "It's not 26.2 miles…it's 10 water stops."
  • "Last is just the slowest winner."
  • "My mommy is faster than your mommy."
  • "If it was easy, everyone would do it."
  • "The person who starts the race is not the same person who finishes the race."
  • "This 26.2 is for all the girls picked last in gym class."
More Marathon Spectator Signs:
Funny Marathon Signs
Perfect Timing Marathon Signs

Have you seen other motivational or funny signs at marathons? Please email me photos of signs or sayings that would make great signs.

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