Trail Tips: The Strava Conversation

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Trail Tips: The Strava Conversation

FromTrail Running Women

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68 minutes

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Apr 14, 2022

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How does Strava make you feel? Is it secretly a dating app? What causes worse FOMO, friends on social media or runs on social media? We read your comments and discuss. Thank you for all of your heated opinions!

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Apr 14, 2022

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The women of the trails share their stories about running, racing, and life. These badass ladies from around the globe get honest about everything from competing, motherhood, and trying to have it all. Get ready for training ideas, gear tips, and a healthy dose of inspiration.

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Trail Tips: The Strava Conversation

Trail Tips: The Strava Conversation

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