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Hot take - why Lydia O’Donnell thinks Strava can be dangerous for women

June 27, 202400:49
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a lot of Fitness platforms have been
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very much been built for men by men
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particularly straver it's been built on
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competition in comparison a lot of men
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thrive in their environment of
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competition and comparison there to
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support each other and they want to feel
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supported but when it comes to a
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platform like straa we're constantly
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being compared to each other and so
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being put in a position where you're
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layering on top of that the ability to
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compare yourself to others I think it
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can be quite dangerous I had so many
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women looking at my workouts looking at
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my runs my mileage comparing themselves
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to what I was doing and then they
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thought if they wanted to get to where I
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was they needed to do what I was doing
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without the context of like I'd been
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running my entire life gradually bought
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my mileage up and I've done all the
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right things to be able to condition my
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body to get here if you're someone who's
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rning running for 2 years and you see
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what I'm doing don't go on do what I do
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because you will probably get injured

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation dives deep into the often overlooked challenges women face in fitness communities, particularly on platforms like Strava. The guest shares personal anecdotes about the pressure of competition and comparison that can lead to dangerous outcomes for those who are just starting their fitness journeys. With a candid tone, she emphasizes the importance of context in fitness achievements, urging listeners to focus on their own progress rather than measuring themselves against seasoned athletes. This episode is a refreshing reminder that fitness should be about personal growth, not competition.

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Episode Highlights

  • The Dangers of Comparison in Fitness
    Many fitness platforms are designed for men, leading to harmful comparisons among women.
    “Being compared to each other can be quite dangerous.”
    @ 00m 23s
    June 27, 2024

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Key Moments

  • Dangerous Comparisons00:23
  • Injury Warning00:46