The Running Public

Training Tuesday: Running Influencers - Good or Bad for Us?

Oct 29, 2025
The hosts dive into the debate on the impact of running influencers on the community. They discuss the importance of media literacy for younger generations, highlighting the distinction between good and bad content. Observations on how social media shapes modern social behaviors reveal a complex relationship between connection and misinformation. They caution against relying solely on influencers and stress the need for thorough research beyond social platforms. Ultimately, they explore the balance of enjoying beneficial content while filtering out the noise.
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INSIGHT

Influencer Culture Alters Young Runners

  • Influencer culture is changing how young people consume media and make decisions about running.
  • The hosts see more good information available but warn about blind trust and comparison harms.
ANECDOTE

Chipotle Line Reveals Disconnected Teens

  • Kirk recounts standing in line at Chipotle and noticing teens disconnected with headphones and phones during interaction with family.
  • The scene illustrated generational differences in social behavior heightened by device use.
ADVICE

Favor Informational And Satirical Content

  • Prefer informational and satirical running content that educates or unites rather than sells.
  • Use meme and community accounts for safe, agenda-free enjoyment and perspective.
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