In this episode, Matt ( @TheRegularRunner ) I open up about something many runners experience but rarely discuss: the judgment we can feel from within our own community. Matt shares his personal journey with body image and weight loss as he prepares for a 5K, and together we explore the moments where we’ve both felt out of place, inadequate, or silently compared against the “typical runner.” We talk about how body image issues can affect anyone—no matter their pace, distance, or fitness lev...
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In this episode, Matt ( @TheRegularRunner ) I open up about something many runners experience but rarely discuss: the judgment we can feel from within our own community. Matt shares his personal journey with body image and weight loss as he prepares for a 5K, and together we explore the moments where we’ve both felt out of place, inadequate, or silently compared against the “typical runner.” We talk about how body image issues can affect anyone—no matter their pace, distance, or fitness lev...
I explore what truly makes someone a "real runner" by challenging toxic running culture and redefining what it means to belong in the running community. The running world needs to be more inclusive and welcoming to all who enjoy putting on their shoes and heading out the door. • Arbitrary standards like pace, knowledge, race participation, or years of experience don't determine if you're a "real runner" • If you have a relationship with running and make time for it despite life's demands, yo...
Bigger Than Running
In this episode, Matt ( @TheRegularRunner ) I open up about something many runners experience but rarely discuss: the judgment we can feel from within our own community. Matt shares his personal journey with body image and weight loss as he prepares for a 5K, and together we explore the moments where we’ve both felt out of place, inadequate, or silently compared against the “typical runner.” We talk about how body image issues can affect anyone—no matter their pace, distance, or fitness lev...