Valerie Adams the 800m runner? That's what she was able to convince a photographer before easing to another shotput victory at the Rome Diamond League meet.

High performance boss Scott Goodman yesterday described New Zealand's collective performance at the world indoor athletics championships as "perfect".

Kiwi had gold in his sights before being run down to finish third in the 1500m final.

It's not a medal she's particularly used to, but Valerie Adams is taking the positives out of her bronze medal in the world indoor championships shot put.

Val Adams says her training is going well as she makes her return from a long-term injury break.