Running in Brooklyn
What was it like growing up in Brooklyn?
Growing up in Brooklyn was an experience, but I’m a “True Yorker” I love my state as much as my borough. Being in multiple communities has given me resilience and grit that can’t be taught. Having the chance to grow up in the 90’s and now seeing where the city is now, I can appreciate so many layers that make up NYC. NYC is a tough place, it either makes you, bends you or breaks you. You just have to know what you want out of the experience.
When did you get into running?
I’ve been running for 20 years now, I started running at the age of 11. I picked up cross country when I moved to the suburbs after 9/11. My town didn’t have a football team and honestly I’m glad they didn’t. I learned to love running immediateely.
What sports did you do before?
I’m a hooper before anything. I don’t spend as much time practicing as I once did. I had high hopes and plenty of dreams, luckily I always had running when things didn’t go as planned.
What struggles have you had in life?
I’ve been through enough to learn that life is what you make it. I’ve seen all walks of life thus far and have a good idea of how to respect myself and everything in my surroundings. When you’ve gone through shit, it makes running easier. I’m blessed to have clarity in my mind, heart and soul. I still go through ups and downs, but I’m grateful for life.
Can you tell us about your holistic and spiritual look on running?
Running allows for plenty of quality time with yourself. You get to learn so much about who you are, what you are, if you’re doing the work. So for me, running is my check in time, it’s “me time”. It’s important within our time that we have time to ourselves to breathe deep and feel ourselves. That’s my approach.
Running in Brooklyn
What was it like growing up in Brooklyn?
Growing up in Brooklyn was an experience, but I’m a “True Yorker” I love my state as much as my borough. Being in multiple communities has given me resilience and grit that can’t be taught. Having the chance to grow up in the 90’s and now seeing where the city is now, I can appreciate so many layers that make up NYC. NYC is a tough place, it either makes you, bends you or breaks you. You just have to know what you want out of the experience.
When did you get into running?
I’ve been running for 20 years now, I started running at the age of 11. I picked up cross country when I moved to the suburbs after 9/11. My town didn’t have a football team and honestly I’m glad they didn’t. I learned to love running immediateely.
What sports did you do before?
I’m a hooper before anything. I don’t spend as much time practicing as I once did. I had high hopes and plenty of dreams, luckily I always had running when things didn’t go as planned.
What struggles have you had in life?
I’ve been through enough to learn that life is what you make it. I’ve seen all walks of life thus far and have a good idea of how to respect myself and everything in my surroundings. When you’ve gone through shit, it makes running easier. I’m blessed to have clarity in my mind, heart and soul. I still go through ups and downs, but I’m grateful for life.
Can you tell us about your holistic and spiritual look on running?
Running allows for plenty of quality time with yourself. You get to learn so much about who you are, what you are, if you’re doing the work. So for me, running is my check in time, it’s “me time”. It’s important within our time that we have time to ourselves to breathe deep and feel ourselves. That’s my approach.
What are the best spots for running in NYC or Brooklyn?
There’s no one good spot, running isn’t like skateboarding or handball, there’s so much to explore and get lost in if you let your inner kid out.
Is there an open track arena that anyone can go and run?
There’s plenty of tracks around the city, the Boys and Girls High School, Wingate park, McCarran park and East River track just to name a few.
What are your favourite restaurants and bars in NYC?
We host dinner parties, so I’ll have to be biased and say our kitchen. LOL.
You worked as a model for a long time. What’s your take on being an influential person in sports fashion?
Modeling is a passion, a sense of freedom in a creative realm, It’s similar to running, you can be a nobody today and a somebody tomorrow if you work for it.
Why do you run?
I run for inner peace, good health and adventure.
What dreams or goals do you have for the future as far as running goes?
I honestly just enjoy running, I like to leave possibilities open. I never get tired of the sport that way.
Thank you for sharing your take on life and running with us!
Follow @daddy_shango on instagram for a heavy dose of running and street culture inspiration.
All the best,
RUNNING IS DEAD
What are the best spots for running in NYC or Brooklyn?
There’s no one good spot, running isn’t like skateboarding or handball, there’s so much to explore and get lost in if you let your inner kid out.
Is there an open track arena that anyone can go and run?
There’s plenty of tracks around the city, the Boys and Girls High School, Wingate park, McCarran park and East River track just to name a few.
What are your favourite restaurants and bars in NYC?
We host dinner parties, so I’ll have to be biased and say our kitchen. LOL.
Modeling is a passion, a sense of freedom in a creative realm, It’s similar to running, you can be a nobody today and a somebody tomorrow if you work for it.
Why do you run?
I run for inner peace, good health and adventure.
What dreams or goals do you have for the future as far as running goes?
I honestly just enjoy running, I like to leave possibilities open. I never get tired of the sport that way.
Thank you for sharing your take on life and running with us!
Follow @daddy_shango on instagram for a heavy dose of running and street culture inspiration.
All the best,
RUNNING IS DEAD
