"It’s really amazing because I’m 27 years old. I’ve made an Olympic team. I’ve made an Olympic final. I’m an indoor national champion. I have all these accolades and I finally have a contract. It’s really cool because it’s just confirmation that I’m not an imposter. I deserve this kit. Now, I finally have it. I am so happy that it’s Nike."

Join us on this episode of More Than Running as we hear from Valerie Constien, a professional track athlete who made the 2021 Tokyo Olympics team in the steeplechase. Valerie discusses her experiences in the years since the Olympics and how she has continued to support her track career through a full-time job in tech and volunteering with the University of Colorado Boulder teams.

In this conversation, Valerie shares her tenaciousness, self-belief, and sincerity that have helped her succeed in her athletic pursuits. She talks about the challenges of being an unattached athlete and how she has overcome them with determination and a positive attitude.

But the biggest news of all is that Valerie has recently signed with Nike Running to continue her career! She will debut in the Doha Diamond League on May 8th, sporting her new green kit. Don't miss this exciting announcement from a true athlete who embodies the spirit of More Than Running.

More Than Running is hosted on the CITIUS MAG Podcast Network and is edited by Mike Zurzolo.