Originally Posted by
Wyoguy
I don't mind the social media aspect of these apps, I might even appreciate the encouragement and to show off any progress and accomplishments in the future. It is just that I am such a shell of my past athleticism, it is embarrassing I just want to make sure the apps are relevant beyond just the social media aspect.
I signed up and did a ride on Zwift yesterday. It is as bad as I thought. I got a badge for being a "Master Drafter", I think I was also upgraded to second level. I don't need participation trophys, still I got to admit it was a lot of fun and motivating. I pushed myself harder in the 25 minute ride than the previous day's 35 minute ride.
I will be going on another Zwift ride this afternoon after replacing the cables and rewrapping my bars.
The second part is important and the first part isn't. It holds one's attention, is motivating, and encourages one to sweat more and for longer than one would otherwise. Alone and in one's basement.
there's lots of stuff on Zwift and Strava (badges, challenges, etc.) that would annoy me if I paid any attention. So I don't.