First-time Olympian Nia Akins is more than just an 800m runner.
Here’s what she does off-duty when she’s not on the track.
The 800-meter runner placed first in the final round of competition to solidify her spot in the2024 Paris Olympics.
Im really blessed to be here, and I dont think its fully settled in yet, Akins says.
Im super proud to have made it here and to go to Paris.
Akins, a 25-year-old from California, says its been a whirlwind of emotions leading up to the games.
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Above everything else, Im really excited to just race.
My whole family is coming too, which Im excited aboutmy little sister has already planned her outfits!
When shes not racing on the track, here are three things Akins does off-duty.
Its a great way for me to take a break and unwind from the intensity of my training.
Finding time for self-care is crucial, especially while training for Paris 2024.
Maintaining a strong, healthy mindset for practice and [competing] is essential.
She practices self-care
Finding time for self-care is crucial, especially while training for Paris 2024.
Maintaining a strong, healthy mindset for practice and [competing] is essential, she says.
My favorite way to practice self-care is to just sit in stillness.
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The easiest way to get my protein fix is with theNOW Sports whey protein isolate.
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