This captures a day in my life as an athlete, focusing on the gym as a space where routine, effort, and discipline come together. Each photo highlights a different part of training, from the equipment we rely on to the small details that show individual presence within a shared space with others. The gym isn’t just where workouts happen; it’s where habits are built and progress is earned over time. I wanted to show the reality behind training that’s often unseen. In all, they tell the story of consistency, not just strength.
Categories:
Local Lens: Day in my Training
Mia Carper, Reporter
January 16, 2026
Free weights on the floor represent the physical effort and repetition of working out every day.
A pause before the next set begins
Donate to Accolades
$270
$1500
Contributed
Our Goal
Your donation will support the student journalists of Las Vegas Academy of the Arts. Your contribution will allow us retain our independence as journalists and to purchase equipment, attend journalism conferences, and cover our annual website hosting costs.
More to Discover
About the Contributor
I’m Mia Carper, a sophomore Media Arts & Communications major and passionate soccer player aiming to pursue the sport in college. I have a love for animals, especially my many cats, and hope to work with them one day.























