Where are you from?

From Ukraine but now I’m living in Suffern, NY

Current P.R.

IG: iamruntaran

Typical pace

8:35 minutes per mile

Number of marathons

50+

Occupation

Carpenter, professional ultra runner, organiser charity running events in Europe and USA

Favorite marathon

Paris, Oslo

Hobbies

Travel, read books, learn languages

Favorite Running Food

Porridge with banana

What are you reading now?

A Home at the End of the World (Michael Cunningham)   

Who do you train with?

Usually alone

Personal goals

I want to run a marathon in every state in America (50 states = marathons). It's in a sporting sense. And personally, I want an American Akita        

A quotation you like…

To achieve something in life, you need to get out of bed

Why do you run?

Because running keeps my body in good shape! This is medicine for longevity!

Describe your best marathon memory.

Each marathon was special in its own way. Sometimes he was fast, sometimes slow, sometimes very emotional. I have more than 100 different running official distances on my list, each of which was memorable in its own way.

Why do you pace?

I like to help people realize their running dreams; I like to take responsibility

Tell us your best pacing experience.

Wizz Air Kyiv City Marathon in Ukraine

Why should someone run in your pace group?

This marathon of mine as a pacemaker was not forgotten because there were many friends who ran in the winter, and I fulfilled their dream. They trusted me and I did not let them down!

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

I will help everyone to run healthy and with great joy. Don't worry, I will talk a lot and tell interesting stories, share running information

Anything else you’d like to share?

I enjoy sharing my 7 years of running experience, how to run without injuries

What philanthropic activities do you have?

I give recommendations on a healthy lifestyle.