runningchick wrote:
I just watched her insta video. And oh my the vagueness?? Why could she never share her struggles the last few months? She could be the poster child of toxic positivity. Everything the last months on her insta is picture perfect happiness. How about some reality and being a little genuine?
And just 5 short days ago she posted from a track workout where she did fast 400s. How come she can run hard a few days ago and now can't even compete. All a load of BS if you ask me. My bet is that she had a mental breakdown rather than a physical one. She has had always a lot of injuries but managed them well enough to compete. But I think she was terrified to not qualify and that caused her huge anguish.
The stark contrast between her insta and her reality is almost comical.
Nailed it. At the same time, toxic positivity sells right now. So I can't blame her for giving into what wins in the Instagram algorithm, since that seems to be her main focus. I do think she's having a bit of crisis about who she is/where she is going now. Totally cool if running isn't for you - I hope she comes to terms with that and embraces her new direction.