The third guest on the Runners of NYC Podcast could have pursued a professional running career but opted to chase his dreams in the fashion industry, which brought him to New York.

David Perry was an All American at the University of Portland before moving to New York for a job within the fashion industry and eventually starting his own company called BLK RBN. As a Pilot, David clocked some very impressive personal bests including a 13:58 for 5,000 meters and 28:42 for 10,000 meters on the track. When he moved to the city, he has immersed himself into the New York running scene and focused on the marathon for the past year. In the summer of 2018, David was vocal about his goal of qualifying for the 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. He shares what he learned from the lofty goal and how his approach to running has changed over time. We also delve into his role with adidas Runners NYC and what he brings to everyday local runners on a daily basis. Learn about David's journey, how he became a runner and what keeps him running.

You can follow David on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/davidmarleyperry/

Follow and check out BLK RBN on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/blkrbn/

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This is Runners of NYC. A new bi-weekly podcast from CITIUS MAG. Hosts Jeanne Mack and Chris Chavez look to bring you many of the untold stories behind luminaries and legends that make up New York City’s running culture.

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Music for the show is by Future Generations. Portrait of David Perry taken by Jason Suarez. Podcast artwork by Kyle Klosinski.