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We’ve never had access to more information. But is that always a good thing?
For women athletes, social media has opened the door to endless content about nutrition, training, recovery, and performance. It’s inspiring—but also overwhelming. Because not everything you see on your feed is built to help you thrive.
In fact, sometimes it’s doing the opposite.
Social media can quietly chip away at both our performance and our mental health. Here are three ways it’s hurting us—and how to take back control.
Product pushing — Fitness influencers are everywhere. Many are paid to promote products and gain followers—but that doesn’t mean what they share is right for you. Before you add that supplement or new recovery tool to your cart, ask yourself: Who benefits from this post?
Pseudoscience — Think diet culture—then double it. In the new digital world, attention is currency. Bold claims and “shocking stats” get clicks, but the real science often tells a different story. Don’t let a headline dictate your health.
Identity Jail — Online, we crave community. But sometimes, that digital identity can trap us. When we define ourselves only as a runner, a soccer player, or an athlete, we limit our growth.
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