And, like most of us, I was not born a runner!

I am a fourth-year medical student and aspiring Psychiatrist, currently pursuing my education at A.T. Still University - School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona. Also, I serve as a research intern at NYU Langone Rusk Rehabilitation Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Department.

Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, my life has always revolved around fitness and people. Although basketball was my first love, I soon found myself drawn to the challenge of endurance sports. It wasn’t until I moved to New York City that I discovered the true beauty behind running. With every exhale, I gained a newfound appreciation for uncertainty - learning to lean into the discomfort and to embrace fear, leading to growth not just in running, but also in my work, school, relationships, and more.

I later immersed myself in the fitness industry, from yoga studios to boxing gyms and HIIT training. Yet, I found myself coming back to running. With each stride, running has evolved from not being able to run 2 miles to a deep passion, introducing me to incredible individuals and sparking transformative experiences, both within myself and among my fellow runners.