Erika Kemp is a pro runner who was born in Japan, born in South Jersey, now living and training in Boston, MA for the BAA High Performance Team.

In this episode we talked about:

-coffee, as she’s a formally trained barista

-her entry into running

-the recruiting process onto the BAA High Performance Team

-what it felt like to have someone believe in her and her future skills

-the Boston running community

-training in 2020

-shifting goalposts with the Olympic Track Trials

-racing the mile and 5k

-failure

-where she sees herself in 10+ years

-what she’s most proud of

-some reflections on consistent answers from other pros

-her psychology background

-and much more!

Follow along with Erika’s training and adventures at instagram.com/imtinyrik and twitter.com/imtinyrik 

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