The motivation to run is different for everyone and the motivation to run every day is also unique to the runner. I started for very different reasons than why I continue now. I started as a way to become consistent with my training and originally intended to do a 66 day run challenge. I enjoyed it and just kept going.
Now I run for many reasons. My biggest motivation is how good I feel. Not just physically but emotionally and mentally too. I am proud of my ability to push myself and maintain a healthy lifestyle. My 30 minute runs give me my time to listen to the books I want to listen too and just be in my own head with my own thoughts. I get grounded and centered which has served me well this last year in particular.
I also run because I know it is such a privilege and I do not take it for granted. I have so many friends and family members who just physically are not able to run. That’s why when people ask if I ever get tired or want a day off I am honest and say some days I am more tired than others, however, I just take it slow and listen to my body. Learning to do something when you are tired takes discipline and it is in the discipline where growth occurs.
So no, having a run streak is not a burden. I run because I want to and it fills me with the fuel I need to keep improving in all areas of my life.
Run happy!