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In today’s solo episode, Coach Victoria is diving into a hot topic in the running world:
Should you share your workouts online?

Between Strava, Instagram, and group chats, it feels like everyone is posting their miles, splits, and Garmin screenshots. For some runners, it’s motivating. For others, it creates pressure, comparison, and performance anxiety.

This episode breaks down:

• Why runners feel drawn to sharing

• When posting your runs is actually helpful

• When it becomes toxic, stressful, or distracting

• Signs that social sharing is hurting performance

• How to find your own healthy balance

Whether you love the community aspect of sharing your training — or you’re wondering if it’s affecting your performance — this episode will help you understand your relationship with running, identity, and social media.

1️⃣ Why Runners Love Sharing Workouts

• Accountability

• Community and connection

• Inspiration for others

• Celebrating progress

2️⃣ When Sharing Helps You

• Keeps you consistent

• Makes training feel less isolating

• Creates a visual timeline of growth

• Supports mental resilience

3️⃣ When Sharing Hurts Performance

• Training for the post instead of the plan

• Running too fast on easy days

• Comparison spiral

• Tying your confidence to likes/comments

4️⃣ A Quick Gut-Check
Ask yourself:

• Does it feel joyful or stressful?

• Would you still be proud of the run even if no one saw it?

• Does posting motivate you — or distract you?

5️⃣ How to Find Your Balance

• Share feelings, not just paces

• Try weekly recaps instead of daily posts

• Consider making Strava private during goal cycles

• Protect your mental space during heavy training

Share your workouts if it serves you — not if it runs you.
Sometimes the best training happens in silence.

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Happy running — whether it’s public or private. 🖤🏃‍♀️