🌴232. I Was Wrong About This App

I recorded this one from the couch—with the heater blasting and my iPad out—while rejigging workshop sequences. Today I confess something small-but-useful I was wrong about: Strava. For years I resisted it (I thought you needed special gear), then a hike with Kirsty flipped the switch. Now I’m loving the seamless Apple Watch sync, the community vibe, route ideas when I travel, and the cheeky status hits (hello, Local Legend 🏅). Plus, a bigger reminder: before we dismiss something, get curious first.In This EpisodeThe cozy couch setup that helped me reset and rethink my workshop sequencingWhy I wrote Strava off for years—and the two misconceptions I hadWhat finally changed my mind (thanks, Kirsty!)The features I actually use: auto-sync from Apple Watch, photo uploads, effort/zone insights, 3D flyover, local routes, “Local Legend” segmentsThe surprising community benefit: reconnecting with friends around the world through activity updatesThe meta-lesson: practice curiosity before you passMy TakeawaysCuriosity beats certainty. Ask “how does this actually work?” before saying no.Make it seamless or it won’t stick. Auto-sync from my Apple Watch made Strava effortless.Community fuels consistency. Seeing others move nudges me to move too.Try ThisIf you’ve resisted a tool, list your assumptions about it, then test one (1) assumption this week.Going interstate or overseas? Open Strava and search local routes instead of guessing.Add one photo to your next workout—it makes the memory richer and your future self will thank you.Tools & MentionsStrava (free with optional paid features like AI effort/zone analysis & 3D flyovers)Apple Watch, Peloton app, Final Surge, Nike Run Club (how I’ve been tracking historically)Mount Coot-tha summit climb (where I became a “Local Legend”)ConnectOn Strava: search Leanne Hughes and say hi 👋 Got your own “I was wrong about…” story? Reply and tell me—might turn this into a mini-series.Sign up for free for my best articles every week: Work Fame.Show notes for every episode at https://podcast.leannehughes.comP.S. Ready to take things up a level? Here are some ways I can help:Watch My 2025 Speaker Reel: Let's energise your next event.Get My Book: Design your workshops fast using The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint. Let's connect on all the channels:Leanne Hughes on LinkedInLeanne Hughes on InstagramVisit my website: leannehughes.comEmail me: [email protected] you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.