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Jog on! Lazy Strava users are using a secret app to FAKE their runs

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Fake My Run lets users create custom running routes that look realistic on Strava .

The app is the brainchild of Amsterdam -based developer, Arthur Bouffard .

He was inspired after seeing a surge in users paying 'mules' to run for them.

Some users are delighted at the ability to con their friends.

But furious joggers compare it to 'cheating at solitaire'.

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English

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33

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