Where are you from?

Riga, Latvia

Current P.R.

4:03:21

Typical pace

4:30 marathon / 10:18 mile

Number of marathons

59

Occupation

Logistics specialist

Favorite marathon

Chicago Marathon

Hobbies

Running, mountain climbing, cycling

Favorite Running Food

Pizza & Pasta

What are you reading now?

Plant-based sports nutrition by D. Enette Larson-Meyer

Who do you train with?

Alone (sadface)

Personal goals

To run a marathon in every country of the world (Also in each state of the USA)

A quotation you like…

Make hard things look easy.

Why do you run?

I love it. If you want to change your life – start running.

Describe your best marathon memory.

When I was running a marathon in a business suit. That was amazing. You should try it.

Why do you pace?

To cheer and motivate runners to go for their PB. To make running look fun and enjoyable.

Tell us your best pacing experience.

Running alone as a pacer with ~20 other runners around me, joking and having a great time.

Why should someone run in your pace group?

I understand how important it is to be consistent with my mile splits. We will have a fun time while getting to that finish line together.

Any tips for runners about to join your group?

Relax, get a good sleep, eat well, prepare mentally and just enjoy it.

Anything else you’d like to share?

Stay positive my friends!

What philanthropic activities do you have?