Get to know Team HRPK!
We’re thrilled to have Zulema run for Team HRPK in the 2025 United Airlines NYC Half. Read on to learn more about Zulema and why she’s choosing to fundrace for Hudson River Park.
Why I’m running for team HRPK:
Living in Hell’s Kitchen means I get Hudson River Park as my backyard! Whether I need a mental health walk or have to tackle a long run, HRPK serves as the perfect destination for both. Supporting HRPK also supports me.
My favorite part of the Park to run through is:
The views from Pier 66 down to Little Island are immaculate.
What running means to me:
I ran as a teen for fun (crazy, I know). I dove deeper into running at the start of 2023 because a couple friends of mine thought it would be a fun idea to run the 2024 NYC Marathon together, and we did! Running now gives me the opportunity to explore wherever I go on such a deeper level. Running reminds me where I’ve been and inspires me on where I’ll be going next.
If I could say one thing to Hudson River Park supporters, it would be…
When you give to Hudson River Park, you’re supporting an urban oasis and safe space for me, other athletes, visitors, and wildlife in the area.
Three words that describe my running are…
Strong, erratic, freeing.