197: How Social Media Turns Fitness Into a Show (Part 1)
About this episode
Sam discusses how social media transforms fitness into a performance rather than a genuine pursuit.
This week, Sam shares a solo episode all about social media and how it turns fitness into a performance rather than a genuine pursuit. Key topics: The transformation of fitness into a performance for social media validation The impact of curated lifestyles and influencer culture on real health goals How gym culture is shaping behavior around selfies and privacy concerns The difference between genuine health motivations and performative habits The influence of trends like Pilates and “hot girl walks” driven by social status Understanding influencer content as actors in a scripted performance The importance of defining your own reasons for fitness, outside of social validation Practical ideas to adopt a healthy lifestyle rooted in authenticity rather than performance
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