{"podcast":{"title":"The 1% Better Runner with DLake","slug":"the-1-better-runner-with-dlake-179194","podcast_index_feed_id":179194,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/bf67ceba-e46f-4f9d-a3a1-8d4ff20fccb2","website_url":"https://podcast.dlakecreates.com","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/61366839b4ac8f41ad668a82/1714707951891-69858a3d97bd433d02b49baa31073710.jpeg","author":"The 1% Better Runner","episode_count":252,"summary":"This is a podcast about how runners can live better lives through consistent self-improvement. Unlike other running brands, The 1% Better Runner focuses on how small, daily habit improvements ripple into broader life success, helping runners perform better both on and off the road, track, or dirt. I’m Daren DLake : Certified running and nutrition coach, Sub-3-hour marathoner and 10-hour Ironman finisher. Since 1996, I’ve been helping other self-coached runners, researching, and experimenting on how to better myself 1% each day. A few times a week, I’ll drop how I’m tweaking my training, sticking to habits when life’s messy, and cool stuff from coaches and health pros. It’s a no-BS cheat sheet for building better habits—not just for running, but for work, relationships, and personal growth too. Join thousands of other committed runners listening to the most exciting run and endurance sports content on the internet and get more tactics and strategies in your inbox each week. Bonus - Get my free 30-day base and habits training plan when you sign up for the free newsletter here . PS - Podcasting is very \"1-way,\" so let's fix that. Hit us up if you have any feedback, want to collaborat…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-1-better-runner-with-dlake-179194"},"episode":{"title":"The Dangerous Level of Strava Runners No One Talks About","slug":"the-dangerous-level-of-strava-runners-no-one-talks-about","published_at":"2026-04-13T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-1-better-runner-with-dlake-179194/the-dangerous-level-of-strava-runners-no-one-talks-about","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-1-better-runner-with-dlake-179194","url":"https://dlakecreates.com/stravalevels","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/acast/s/masterofsome/e/69d4f156b959b8571ddee4d4/media.mp3","summary":"What if the leaderboard on your running app isn’t just distracting you, but actively pointing you at the wrong target for getting faster? Most runners think they’re using Strava to improve, but few realize how much it’s actually shaping their behavior, mindset, and even their identity as a runner. In this episode, I break down the five distinct types of Strava users, how you unknowingly move between them, and why that shift can either help you grow or quietly burn you out. I also walk through the one level that actually supports long-term progress, why chasing others is a losing game, and how to use your data in a way that keeps you consistent, motivated, and getting better without losing the joy of running. Key Takeaways Not all Strava use is helpful: The way you use Strava can either support your training or slowly pull you away from what actually matters. Most runners don’t notice when they cross that line. Chasing others hurts your progress: Real improvement comes from comparing yourself to your past, not other runners. Focusing on leaderboards can distract you from getting better. There’s a sweet spot that keeps you improving: Using Strava as a simple tool instead of a scoreboard helps you stay consistent and avoid burnout. That balance is what leads to long-term results. Timestamps [00:29] What You'll Learn [01:10] Level 1: Doesn't Know What Strava Is [02:44] Use This Free Course To Better Understand Strava [03:27] Level 2: Has It, Posts Runs, No Titles [05:06] Level 3: Elaborate Titles, Segment Obsessive [06:58] How You Should Really Use Strava [08:07] Level 4: Pays For Strava Premium [10:30] Level 5: The Kom/Qom Hunter [11:45] What Level You Should Really Be At Links & Learnings 📈 Get Your Free Email Course To Better Understand Strava Here: https://dlakecre…","meta_description":"What if the leaderboard on your running app isn’t just distracting you, but actively pointing you at the wrong target for getting faster? Most runners thi…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":809,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-1-better-runner-with-dlake-179194/episodes/the-dangerous-level-of-strava-runners-no-one-talks-about/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-1-better-runner-with-dlake-179194/the-dangerous-level-of-strava-runners-no-one-talks-about.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}