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hustle.run.thrive. blog — coaching

The Illusion of Objectivity: How Running Apps Fail Athletes

• adaptive AI • certified run coach • coaching • coaching credentials • coaching relationships • coaching reputation • run coaching • runna • running apps • sports psychology • strength coaching

Running apps promise precision and objectivity, but the reality is far messier. These tools create an illusion of control, often misleading runners, dulling their intuition, and holding them back from real progress. In this post, I break down why relying too much on running apps could be hurting your performance—and what to do instead. Let’s talk about it.

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Safety First: Empowering Training for Menopausal Women

• coaching • menopausal marathoner • menopausal runner • run coaching • strength coaching

When it comes to fitness coaching, especially for women in their peri/menopausal stage, safety should be the cornerstone of any training regimen. This isn't just about avoiding injuries; it's about creating a trusting, effective, and sustainable environment where women can thrive despite the hormonal changes they experience.

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The Hidden Risks of Taking Training Advice from Unqualified Sources

• certified run coach • coaching • menopausal strength coach • run coaching • running coach • strength coaching

If you’ve been running for a while, you’ve probably heard all kinds of training advice. Some of it is solid. Some of it? Not so much.

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The Hidden Truths of Coaching: What No Certification Prepares You For

• athlete autonomy • athlete development • athlete feedback and performance • athlete-coach relationship • athletic confidence building • beginner runner coaching • best tools for new run coaches • certified run coach • coach mentorship • coaching • coaching community • coaching credibility • coaching culture • coaching empathy • coaching ethics • coaching for endurance athletes • coaching for menopausal athletes • coaching imposter syndrome • coaching marathon runners • coaching menopausal athletes • coaching philosophy • coaching red flags • coaching relationships • how to become a run coach • masters athlete coaching • new run coach guide • run coaching skills and development • running coach emotional labor • running coach mentorship

Discover the deeper truths of becoming a running coach. Learn about emotional labor, communication skills, boundaries, self-doubt, and the real human work behind coaching successful athletes.

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Spotting Red Flags in Coaching: What Every Athlete Should Know

• athlete autonomy • Chi Running criticism • Coach Croft • coaching • coaching ethics • coaching red flags • evidence-based coaching • evidence-based coaching for women • evidence-based coaching running • modern run coaching • personalized coaching • red flags • running coach • strength training for runners

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.

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