“Don’t box yourself in.” Gabby Thomas shares why she’s stepping up to help diversify and grow the running community.
Recorded on Sept. 10, this IG Live features Gabby Thomas talking about joining the Running Industry Diversity Coalition (RIDC) board, mentorship, and practical ways athletes and fans can make the sport more welcoming. Gabby opens up about her journey from Harvard neurobiology to public-health work, the importance of balance to avoid burnout, and how pros can use their platforms to lift up youth and local run clubs.
You’ll also hear Gabby’s injury update (Achilles), why she skipped World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025, and her plan to return in 2026—plus tips for handling pre-race nerves, favorites off the track (music, books, TV), and what she wants the next generation to know.
If you care about inclusion, athlete wellness, and real change in running, this conversation is a playbook: mentorship, showing up for community events, and supporting groups like RIDC that are building access and representation across road, track, trail, and youth pipelines.
👉 Learn more / get involved: runningdiversity.com
👉 Event mentions: Worlds (Sept 13–21, 2025), ATHLOS (Oct 10, NYC)
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