Why I Think Strava Should enable Athletes to add video reels

[mez_gladwell]

I think that Strava should consider adding the feature of reels to their platform to enhance user engagement and make workouts even more exciting. By incorporating reels, users can share dynamic snippets of their activities, showcasing their achievements, routes, and moments of triumph. This feature could foster a stronger sense of community as athletes celebrate each other's accomplishments in a visually captivating way. Additionally, reels would provide an avenue for users to share training tips, motivational messages, and entertaining content, making the Strava experience both cool and fun. Integrating reels would not only keep users engaged with the platform but also attract new members looking for a dynamic and interactive fitness community. Thanks for considering this. Have a great Tuesday

[anchskier]

Users can already add video clips to their activities.  Personally, I really don't want to see random video clips (reels type things) fed to me in my main feed.  It's bad enough with the forced "activity from a year ago" and "Your Weekly Snapshot".  When I look at my feed, I want to see my activities and those of the people I follow, that's it.  This isn't meant to be another Facebook or Twitter, it is an activity tracking app.  I already see video clips people post to their activities, I don't need then fed to me separately.

[mez_gladwell]

I understand your perspective, and you raise valid points about wanting to maintain the purity of the activity tracking experience on Strava. While users can already add video clips to their activities, the introduction of reels would offer a more curated and engaging way to share highlights of workouts and connect with the community. However, I recognize the importance of preserving the core functionality of Strava as an activity tracking app. Perhaps, to address concerns about cluttering the main feed, Strava could implement reels as an optional feature that users can choose to engage with or ignore. This way, those who prefer a streamlined feed focused solely on activities can continue to enjoy the platform without interruption, while others can explore the added dimension of reels for a more interactive experience. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance user engagement and foster a stronger sense of community while respecting the preferences of all users.

[Jane]

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[cc]

Is there a way to down vote this? Lol

Given the most recent developments from Strava I wouldn’t be surprised if this is added before any of the other requests we are making in threads with a ton of support..

[mez_gladwell]

A couple of months ago, I suggested adding video reels to Strava. I appreciate the feedback and understand the concerns about unrelated content. And how some people think that we can already do most of the things that reels would add. To address this, we could have guidelines and moderation tools to keep the videos focused on exercise and fitness. For example, a tagging system could organize videos by activity type, and community moderators could help ensure the content stays relevant. By doing this, I believe video reels could really benefit Strava users. They could provide visual motivation and let us share our fitness journeys in a more exciting way. Imagine watching a short video of someone doing bike stunts or of somebody winning a race. These videos could inspire us, give us new workout ideas, and help us feel more connected. Video reels could also be a great way to track our progress and celebrate our achievements. Let’s make Strava not just a place for data, but a community full of shared experiences and inspiration.💯

Thanks for taking the time to read this, and I hope you can put this in consideration.

[anchskier]

This post should be posted as a reply to the previous thread so people can see the relevant discussion, not a whole new thread.  Here is a link to the original post: Why I Think Strava Should enable Athletes to add v... - Strava Community Hub

[mez_gladwell]

I get your concern and this issue will be dealt with by Stava moderators 💯

[Forza_Traby]

I hope that the Strava developers will take it in to consideration and implement it quicker than dark mode

[optimisticprom]

Nah, we don't need this. Videos are present as an option to upload for activities. We don't need a separate tab, or a ring around people's avatars indicating they want even more attention. There are platforms for this, if you really must do this, go to those. Not all social media apps need to have all of the same features. This social media app is primarily an activity tracker and training companion - it doesn't need to be Instagram or Facebook.

I second the option to downvote in cases like this.

[hoodarunner]

Strava really need to add reels it would bring more people to the app and a higher audience. It should also bring stories so we can see what people have been up to in the past 24 hours like Snapchat. They can document their own fitness journeys. Strava really is the best social media platform.