In the summer of 2011, after finishing my masters degree, and while looking for a job, I took up running. My motivation was mostly to get in shape, but then turned into a stress reliever. On the infographic below you can see what other people's are for running. Thanks to the wonderful people at http://blog.visual.ly for this great post of infographics. Don't forget that June 5, 2013 is National Runner's Day!
And for added interest, check out the gender differences, which are becoming more and more nonexistent, though still interesting.
Source: http://blog.visual.ly/12-infographics-about-running-to-motivate-you-out-the-door/

