Rinzin worked for Amankora resort as a guide in Paro and would sometimes accompany his guests in the short run.
He worked at Amankora from 2004 to May 2010 and quit to pursue a marathon because he felt running provided an opportunity for him.
Ynaar and Rinzin Dorji used to run together in Bhutan distances up to 20 km.
Rinzin finished the run in four hours and received a medal and certificate for his participation.
Mary Wittenberg the President of the New York City Road Runners who organize the race sent her congratulations to Rinzin for representing Bhutan and finishing.