Running Clubs Are Killing Running Influencers

Are running influencers dead? Are running clubs now the biggest influence in the sport? That's the question we open with in this episode of the FORDY RUNS Podcast — and it sets the tone for everything else we get into.

Running is evolving at an incredible pace, but is it all for the better? We discuss the biggest changes happening in the running world today — from carbon-plated running shoes and AI-generated training plans to Hyrox, Zone 2 training, Garmin recovery scores and the explosion of run clubs — asking one simple question: what is actually making us better runners?

We also debate whether people should be paying to run a 5K, whether the UK needs more athletics tracks, and dig deeper into whether run clubs are now shaping the sport more than individual running influencers.

Then it's time for our biggest Underrated or Overrated segment yet, as we give our honest opinions on some of the hottest topics in running, including super shoes, maximal cushioning, stability shoes, marathon majors, Strava, Hyrox, ultra marathons, run streaks, walking trends, recovery technology, daily trainers, wearable tech and much more.

Whether you're training for your first 5K, chasing a marathon PB, preparing for your next half marathon, or simply love keeping up with the latest running news and trends, this episode is packed with opinions, laughs and plenty of topics you'll want to debate.

💬 Join the conversation in the comments and let us know:

Are running clubs the new influencers?

Which running trend is the most overrated? Which one deserves more recognition?

Would you ever pay to run a local 5K?

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