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

from For The Long Run: Exploring the Why Behind Running · host Jonathan Levitt

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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