For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running

127. Nia Akins: "You only PR when you're present"


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Nia Akins is a recent grad from UPenn with a degree in nursing and nutrition who is a professional runner and loving it! She runs for Brooks Beasts in Seattle.

In this episode we talked about:

-her first run and running with her mom

-the journey from cross country to track

-the camaraderie and joy of being on a team

-her approach to 2020

-getting her degree in nursing and nutrition… and why

-happiness and why it matters

-being present and mindful

-gratitude

-her Why

-balance and growth

-goals for the future

-and much more!


Follow along with Nia’s adventures at https://www.instagram.com/nia_akins

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