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Strava

The activity log most runners and cyclists already use, and an easy way to see what athletes actually did between sessions.

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Visit StravaFree app; subscription adds analysis and routes

What it is

A social feed of workouts. Athletes record runs and rides, and followers — including their coach — see pace, distance and effort as they happen.

Best for

Newer running coaches with recreational clients, where "follow me on Strava" is less friction than setting up a coaching platform.

Watch out for

It is a record, not a plan: you still need somewhere to write the training. Privacy settings vary by athlete, so agree what they will share.

Recommended for

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