Stuck on what to write on your sign for your loved one’s upcoming marathon?
Here are the signs I saw while I completed the London Marathon that really gave me a boost, and some extra marathon race sign ideas from around the world. Enjoy!
Funny Marathon Signs
1. Remember you waited a year for this!
When you sign up it seems so far away, but the marathon fast approaches!
2. If you fall I’ll pause your Strava
If it’s not on Strava, did it actually happen?
3. Run fast, I just farted
Interesting motivational technique.
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4. We have been trying to reach you about your extended warranty
What’s worse than running pain? Insurance calls.
5. Taylor Swift wrote 31 songs, you can run 26.2 miles
Sure to help any swifties.
6. Pain now, Beer later
Nothing gets me putting one foot in front of the other like the thought of a cold one.
7. Should I call you an Uber?
Good luck trying to get a Uber on marathon day, I’m sure they’d all be booked.
8. I trained all week to hold this sign
Some supporters take it really seriously.
9. I like to watch 👀
Bit of a weird one.
10. I just want to cross the road
I had several people try and cross the road in front of me, dangerous moves.
11. Don’t choke on your gel
I can confirm I did this several times.
12. Less than 21 miles to the pub
Maybe a little too early in the run to be using “less than”.
13. Don’t trust the fart!
Best advice on any sign.
14. No toenails, No problems
My toenails were completely fine, but I know some people have a real issue with them.
15. Don’t poop your pants
Again, fantastic advice.
16. I don’t always roll a joint, but when I do it’s my ankle.
One for the 420 crew.
17. Where is everyone going?
I saw this sign a lot, and it made me laugh every time.
18. Pain is just the French word for bread
Great if your loved one is doing the Paris marathon.
19. Run like your mum used your full name
If fear is the best motivator, this sign nails it.
20. IDK about you, but I’m feeling 26.2
Another Tay Tay sign, can’t help but sing along.
Motivational Marathon Signs
21. Mummy hugs here!
I had a big hug from my mum at the end, and it was the best feeling ever.
22. Champagne pit stop!!
Not sure this is the wisest idea, but definitely fun.
23. Run fast, there is pizza at the end!
Pizza’s good, but my personal choice was a Greggs sausage roll.
24. Feel the rhythm! Feel the rhyme! Get on up! It’s marathon time!
Who needs Rocky, when you’ve got the Jamaican Bob Slay team.
25. Come the F*** on
Direct, and straight to the point.
26. Go random stranger!
The best bit about a marathon for me, is how the strangers cheer everyone.
27. Think of all the tik tok likes
Or blog likes? Fancy giving me one?
28. You did not wake up to be mediocre
This belongs next to a live, love, laugh poster on my bedroom wall.
29. She runs marathons, He’s just Ken
For all the Barbie fans out there.
30. You Ken do it
Shall we go for a ride? Sure, jump in!
Flirty Marathon Signs
31. Nice Ass
Real art skills here.
32. If you think this is hard, try dating you!!
This could be perfect for some couples I know.
33. Why do all the cute ones run away?
This is too true.
34. Find a cute butt and follow!
There was a real ‘running’ theme with the signs this year.
35. Run if you think I’m fit
I remember seeing this cute pup and his wild ears.
36. Call me if you want to finish 2x
Not sure how you meant to call this lady and run at the same time, but I’d give it a go for double speed.
Pet Marathon Signs
37. Hurry up Dad, I’m hungry!
The best boy supporter out there.
38. Be the runner your dog thinks you are
I wish I was half the runner my dog is.
39. Run faster Dad, I’m hungry!
I can actually feel the sadness in this pup’s eyes.
Political Marathon Signs
40. You’re running better than the government
I must have seen this sign 10 times, a show of what people think about the state of the country.
41. Don’t worry about hitting the wall (Mexico will pay for it)
Not so sure about this one.
Row Brown is the founder of Refresh Row. He is a keen marathon runner, his favorite being the London Marathon. He’s now set himself the mission of Running the Entire Length of Spain, which is scheduled for late 2024.
