Rock Climber Nina Williams in Two-Piece Workout Gear is "Particularly Excited"

Athlete Nina Williams is a professional climber, known mostly for bouldering and ironically, is from Boulder, Colorado. “Particularly excited to see this quarter’s @americanalpine Guidebook in the mail - not only for some rad history about a Front Range classic, The Naked Edge (ft. Edge legends @alldayeddie & @stefangriebel), but also because this edition holds a published version of our 2024 Impact Report as well as AAC’s new strategic plan,” she said on Instagram. “A strategic plan guides an organization at the highest level, the ‘north star’ we reference when thinking about our future. Many hours, voices, and hearts carefully considered the intent of our strategy and how that shapes our impact in the coming years. I’m proud of the board (shoutout past Prez @grahamzimmerman for your thought partnership 🙏🏼), AAC leadership, and staff in rallying behind our mission, vision, and values in support of a strong AAC member community. Super excited for the years to come!” She’s passionate about what she does. Here’s what she does to stay in great shape!

1. She goes bouldering

Of course, she truly enjoys climbing. “Very pleased with my shorty beta on the first-move crux of Candyland V11. Who needs reach when you can just shoulder intermediates 😏Shoutout to @austinlee1989 for rallying an all-time crew on a perfect autumn day in the Basin. And congrats to @kellyabirch on her 100th double digit boulder 🥳My bouldering stoke is coming back now that I’m able to session for longer with less pain. Still just three weeks into the rehab plan with @theclimbingphysio and @latticetraining but I’m feeling optimistic. Onwards,” she said on Instagram.

2. She takes care of her freckles

She takes care of her skin while spending time outside. “Don’t forget your sunspots ☀️☺️ @freaksofnature___ protecting my freckles with natural ingredients & no white cast,” she said on Instagram. According to John Hopkins Medicine, “for day-to-day use, pick a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. If you spend time outdoors, choose a product with SPF 60 or greater. In reality, most people do not use as much sunscreen as they should, and this higher SPF helps compensate for the reduced application.”

3. She spends time with her community

In between climbing, she spends time with her supportive community. “Squeezed in this rad Rumney boulder during @barndoorhostel’s Start-Of-Summer Outdoor Fest 🤗 Still managing wrist/elbow pain but can try hard during shorter sessions. Seeing family, friends, and the New England community was healing too ❤ More thoughts on this current injury but for now plz enjoy the sports action,” she said on Instagram.

4. She challenges herself climbing

She finds boulders and places to climb that really challenge her. “When in California, obvs have to stop by Bishop 💛 It’s a little warm for hard boulders but I’m lookin at a tall one 👀 and soaking up the immaculate friend vibes as always,” she said on Instagram, on a series of photos and videos of her climbing and spending time with friends.

5. She cycles

As part of a longer Instagram post, she talked about challenging herself with cycling. “After the initial 41 mile uphill bike ride I was deep in the pain cave, I can’t remember the last time I did something that cardio intensive. When I hopped off the bike I was so sore and so wobbly, wondering how I ever thought this could be fun. For the first mile of the approach, I was cramping up virtually every step. It did get better, but marginally,” she said on Instagram.