hustle.run.thrive. blog — athlete autonomy
In a Perfect World: How Fitness Professionals Would Actually Listen
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What if fitness professionals led with curiosity, empathy, and collaboration instead of ego? Here’s how health and fitness could look if experts valued lived experience—especially for underrepresented athletes.
Spotting Red Flags in Coaching: What Every Athlete Should Know
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Not all coaches are created equal. Coach Croft shares how to spot red flags in coaching—from rigid methods to outdated advice—and what real, evidence-based, athlete-centered coaching should look like.