Running mantras can help you stay calm and strong during a difficult run.

These are some of my favorite mantras that I have used in races with varying degrees of success.

10 Running Mantras to Own Your Next Race

Just keep swimming.

There will be a day when I can no longer run. Today is not that day.

Earth below me. Sky above me. Fire within me.

Run the mile you’re in.

This is what you came for. – Scott Jurek

Suck it up, Buttercup.

You were strong enough to get this far. You are strong enough to keep going.

Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.

I can do hard things.

PR or ER!

What’s your favorite running mantra?