When Peyton Thomas crossed the finish line of the California International marathon in 2019 with a time of 2:42:57, she qualified for the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials in Atlanta on her first marathon. Her incredible debut, also landed her in the history books, joining a list of women led by Marilyn Bevans, as African-American women who have run a sub- 3 hour marathon. In addition to running, Peyton is also passionate about climate change. She is an advocate for: Deep South Center for Environmental Justice, Community Boys and Girls Club-Wilmington, NC Climate Justice Collective, Protect Our Winters, Sunrise Movement.