Stutisheel Lebedev

Stutisheel Oleg Lebedev is a versatile individual with accomplishments across various domains: he's an accomplished ultra-marathon and Ironman competitor, certified project manager, journalist, author, coach, and inspiring speaker. He stands out as the inaugural runner from Ukraine and the erstwhile Soviet Union to complete the prestigious Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100-Mile Race, a feat he has achieved ten times, placing him among the elite group of 52 global athletes to have finished the race (as of 2024).

Reflecting on his first completion of the race in 2004, Lebedev shared, "I will run the 3100 miles over and over, due to the overwhelming sense of love and spiritual depth I experience. It's hard to encapsulate the feeling – it's simply extraordinary. I'm profoundly thankful for the chance to contribute, even modestly, to humanity's advancement, fostering peace and love globally."

Lebedev holds a Master's Degree in Computer Science from the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. Beyond his athletic and professional pursuits, he is deeply invested in various not-for-profit endeavours. He actively participates in and supports initiatives like the International Peace Run, Self-Transcendence Races, Songs of the Soul concerts, and offers free meditation classes worldwide.

Discover more about his journey at www.Lebedev.run.