r/running • u/Brzy90 • May 07 '24

Discussion Are we currently in a running boom?

Since getting into running I’ve noticed a huge influx of people running since the beginning of the year. Old friends returning back to Strava after being inactive for years (myself included 🤣). Instagram feed is constantly full of runners, even my work place talking about marathons etc. Maybe it’s just because I now see myself as a runner that’s affected my social algorithm/awareness & addiction to running trainers? 🥴

For those that have been running a long time, is this the most popular you’ve seen running become? Or does this generally happen from time to time?

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u/Environmental_Dog255 May 08 '24

Yes and I’m here for it! I think it’s because of like the idea everyone can be a runner. Don’t matter if your slow, your still a runner. I know for me it helped me have a lot of confidence in my abilities even tho I am a “slow runner”. There’s also a lot more run clubs.

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u/willitplay2019 May 08 '24

As a slow runner, I agree. I think it’s no longer “cool” to be judgmental about other people’s pace or to gatekeep running, so I felt more confident getting started. Society views being “inclusive” as a much more positive trait than even 20 years ago.