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about skyrunning girl

My name is Naïa, and I am the founder of Skyrunning Girl Coaching.

Besides running in the mountains, I also find peace at my yoga mat. I’m a certified RYT® 200 Hour Yoga Teacher + CYT 500 Yoga Teacher, a certified Reiki practitioner, and a UESCA certified running coach. 

My Mission:

Inspiring others to enjoy life out on the trails, in the mountains, in the forests, or wherever your feet may lead you, but always leading life consciously and staying in the moment. 

Ready to start training with me? 

Top Questions Asked by My Followers: ​

What type of gear do you use? Find my favorite gear here.

Why don’t you show your face? Here’s the reason why.

What is Skyrunning? THIS is Skyrunning.

How do I start Skyrunning? Link here.

What is your nationality? I am an American and Canadian.

Where do you live? I split my time between France and the USA.

How were you educated? I grew up unschooled, and traveling the world!

What do you eat? I’ve been a vegetarian my whole life.

Proudest Achivements

  • 1st in Age Group for Transvulcania Half-Marathon
  • 1st in Age Group for XTERRA 21km 
  • 4th in YCC – UTMB 
  • 5 Year Member of USA Youth Skyrunning Team
  • Coached the 2023 and 2024 Canada Youth Skyrunning Team
  • Completed Tour du Mont Blanc 180km
  • Completed part of Camino de Santiago 75km
  • Raced in VT50km, Pineland Farms 50km, Pisgah Mountain 50km, Gran Trail Courmayeur 30km, and Marathon du Mont Blanc VK. 
  • Crewing elite and competitive runners during the UTMB, TDS, MCC, Cruel Jewel 100, Chiemgauer 100, Ultra-Trail Cape Town, Transvulcania, and VT100. 

My Book:

All or Nothing published in 2022 by LoveFreeMyMind Publishing House. 

All or Nothing is a loving, life changing poetry book that will show you truth, vulnerability, depth, sensitivity, and kindness. There is also a touch of humour, flirting and teasing to tug at your heart.
This Instagram style poetry is written for those who are looking for an uplifting and inspiring book, and to:
– Help mend wounds that are too deep to see.
– Inspire self-love and worthiness for those who have insecurities.
– Find travel inspiration from words written on pages from one traveler to another.
– Bring attention to how amazing you are just to exist.

May these words guide you to a higher self.

xoxo
Naia

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