Welcome to The Ascend Diaries. This series is all about highlighting the women's running community in the build up to the Nike After Dark Syd race in September.
While this series follows the journey to the Nike After Dark Tour, it's about so much more than one race. Whether you're lining up on the start line in September or simply love running, you'll find stories, lessons, and conversations that will inspire every part of your own running journey.
This week we are honoured to introduce Femmi Community member, Brooke Stevens. Brooke is a runner who shares her journey of becoming stronger, both physically and mentally, through movement.
Brooke is a proud Māori who grew up in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and has been immersed in sports her entire life. Playing competitive basketball, volleyball, netball and more, Brooke's love for sport and movement continued, as she made her move to Australia over 10 years ago.
Brooke brings an honest and relatable perspective to the women's running community. Her approach is a reminder that running can be about so much more than pace or performance: it can be a tool for building confidence, discipline and a deeper belief in what you're capable of and returning you to your roots - to your whakapapa.
Taking on the Nike After Dark Tour, Brooke joins the global community of women pushing their limits, backing themselves and celebrating just how powerful running can be.
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Disclaimer: This podcast is independently produced by Femmi and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or produced in partnership with Nike. Any views, opinions, and recommendations shared by the hosts and guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Nike or any other organisation mentioned.
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