“I run because I really like food/beer/chocolate/cookies/dessert/wine” has been printed on many T-shirts. The idea is that running burns off the calories of the food consumed.
 
“I run because I really like meat and beer” was cited in print in 2008. “I run because I really like food” became a popular version of the saying in 2014.
   
 
Do It.
MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2008
Why I Run (and You Should Too)
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8. I run because I really like meat and beer.
Let’s be honest, these items can take quite a toll on your waistline if you’re not careful . . . but there’s something about running 20 miles that makes you feel pretty darn justified in consuming a big, juicy burger and a cold, draft beer (and yes, that may have just been a reference to Jimmy Buffett).
 
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Sam Ryan
‏@SamRyanMLB
I run because I’m addicted to Cadbury Creme Eggs this time of year! 3.5 miles to burn off 1 egg.
10:09 PM - 20 Mar 2012
 
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Real Runners
‏@RunningQuotes
I run because I really like dessert! #whywerun 😊 via @bethinmadcity
10:49 AM - 8 May 2012
 
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Jennifer Holmes
‏@JenMededit
Like this research but know I use the information in reverse. I run because I eat (see tweet re: choc chip cookies). http://www.medpagetoday.com/PrimaryCare/DietNutrition/38666?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=DailyHeadlines&utm_source=WC&xid=NL_DHE_2013-04-25&eun=g475653d0r&userid=475653&email=mededit@sw.rr.com&mu_id=5572370 …
2:46 PM - 25 Apr 2013
 
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♡Angelina♡
‏@angelina4222
I Run Because I Really Like Food Tank Top - Running Shirt - Workout Shirt - Quote http://pinterest.com/pin/323414816962890026/ …
9:33 PM - 2 Mar 2014
 
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I run because I really like food saying Tee Shirts
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Stefanie McGuire
‏@stefmcguire
I run because I like cupcakes… A LOT. #runningdaychat
2:11 PM - 4 Jun 2014
   
From Time to Time…
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
National Running Day: The Top Ten Reasons I Run
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So, in honor of National Running Day, I present the Top Ten Reasons I Run…
10. I run…to keep my heart healthy, diabetes away, and cholesterol down.
9. I run… to prove to my body that it is capable of more and more and more…
8. I run… to belong to an awesome community of people with similar aspirations!
7. I run… because I really like chocolate and Doritos!
 
Stacey Page Online
Grandmother Loves Cooking Then Running
July 23, 2014 1:41 PM Rebekah Whirledge
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“Honestly, I run because I really like to eat! Running burns a lot of calories,” said Rodriguez with a smile. One of her regular running routes is from Warsaw High School to Kmart and back. “I love to eat and cook. That’s why I keep it up – to be healthy.”
   
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Heather & Kapil Bahl
‏@BahlsBrew
I run because I really like beer. Craft Brew 5K New Haven. #ctbeer
New Haven, CT
10:34 AM - 2 Aug 2014