Podcasts Sports Running Ali on the Run Show 294. Nikki Hiltz

294. Nikki Hiltz

Published: Oct. 21, 2020, 11:30 p.m.

\u201cI used to think being vulnerable or authentic was weakness. Like, \u2018Oh, don\u2019t show that, don\u2019t share your weaknesses.\u2019 And then it\u2019s like, wait a second, it\u2019s the opposite. It takes great strength and bravery to live an authentic life.\u201d

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Nikki Hiltz returns to the Ali on the Run Show! This time around, Nikki \u2014\xa0a professional 1500m runner for adidas \u2014\xa0talks about her decision to prioritize her mental health this year instead of focusing on the track, and talks about what it means to her to be authentic. She reflects on her hugely successful Golden Coast Track Club Virtual Pride 5K, and talks about the impact of watching members of the LGBTQ+ community using that race to come out to their loved ones. Plus, Nikki explains her decision to leave Golden Coast Track Club, offers an update on her new coach, and tells us all about her girlfriend, fellow runner Emma Gee.

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What you\u2019ll get on this episode:

  • Nikki shares an update on her team affiliation and her coaching (3:25)
  • Nikki\u2019s decision to prioritize her mental health this year (6:30)
  • Why Nikki loves the person she is becoming (17:15)
  • On authenticity (19:45)
  • Reflecting on the Golden Coast Track Club 5K (22:00)
  • All about Emma Gee, Nikki\u2019s girlfriend (30:00)
  • Why Nikki is so passionate about getting people registered to vote (36:30)
  • How will Nikki know when it\u2019s time to step back on the track? (38:30)

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What we mention on this episode:

Nikki on Episode 188 of the Ali on the Run Show

Nikki on Episode 170 of the Ali on the Run Show

Ten Percent Happier

The Trevor Project

Myers-Briggs test\xa0(I\u2019m ESFJ \u2014 The Consul!)

The 5 Love Languages\xa0(I\u2019m words of affirmation!)

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