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Has running become performative?

Running has seen a boom in popularity recently, as people have taken it up not only for its healt...

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12.43 20 Oct 2025


Has running become performative?


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12.43 20 Oct 2025


Running has seen a boom in popularity recently, as people have taken it up not only for its health benefits, but for the social element as well.

Many runners use smartwatch technology combined with fitness apps to track their progress, but is this leading to an obsession with stats that takes away from the actual fun of running?

Joining Andrea to discuss is Dwayne Edgar, Founder of Inner City Running Club and Laura Burke, online fitness and nutrition coach.


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