Running Journal

This is the story of becoming a more conscious human being and waking up to life through running; and an exploration of the intrinsic essence of life that we are all one with nature and nature is within us all.
In the end, it is also a celebration of life, community, support and friendships.

Race Report: 12 h Track Run
Baiba Šustere Baiba Šustere

Race Report: 12 h Track Run

After I finished the 12 h run on the track on November 11, 2021, I somehow couldn’t bring myself to write about it, I had no words. It turned out to be a completely different experience than I expected, and I felt that at the same time there was nothing to say, and so much to say. In addition, after nearly a month of riding the high of the 12 h run, my mind and body also wandered into a slump, which coincided with winter blues and SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). It took me a lot longer, but here it finally is - the story of running around in circles for 12 h straight!

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Race Report: Connemara 64 km Ultra Marathon
Baiba Šustere Baiba Šustere

Race Report: Connemara 64 km Ultra Marathon

When Connemara Ultra Marathon race was postponed from April to September, I was relieved, as after running Kinvara Marathon I knew that I was not physically nor mentally ready. After Kinvara I took some time off from running, and I ran very little over the coming months. That is until June.

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