Why do we really run? Is it for the love of the sport, the pursuit of a PR, the recognition, or the validation that comes with posting our miles for everyone to see?
In this episode of Running with James, we get real about the pressure to run faster, chase numbers, compare ourselves to others, and prove something through our performance. From Strava kudos and Garmin stats to race-day results and social media, when does healthy competition become a search for validation?
We’re not saying stop chasing goals or celebrating accomplishments. We’re asking a bigger question: Are we running because we love it, or because we need it to tell us we’re good enough?
It’s time to remember your why, rediscover the joy of the journey, and stop letting your performance define your worth.
🎧 Tune in, join the conversation, and ask yourself: Would you still run if nobody else could see your miles?
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