In this inspiring episode of the Hill Season Podcast, Bulgarian ultra-distance runner Ivan Dimitrov sits down with two remarkable athletes just after they completed the 10-day race in New York—and right before heading into the 10-day race in Bulgaria.
They begin with a deep dive into the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team and the intense world of multi-day ultrarunning. Expect rich insights into training, mindset, and recovery. Around the 50-minute mark, the conversation shifts into how meditation and spiritual practice can help you thrive not just in racing, but in daily life.
The 2025 Sri Chinmoy 6 & 10 Day Race is currently taking place in Sofia, Bulgaria, at the serene Park “Sv. sv. Petar and Pavel”. The event began with the 10-day race starting on May 3 and the 6-day race commencing on May 7. Both races will conclude on May 13, 2025.
Participants are running on a certified 785-meter flat asphalt loop, with their laps recorded by race marshals to ensure accurate timing. This event is a true test of endurance and will see runners from around the world pushing their limits for self-transcendence and inner growth.
For detailed race information, including results and photos, visit the links below:
Since 1985, the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team has been humbly offering the 10-Day and 6-Day Races at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in New York, inspired by the blessingful encouragement of Sri Chinmoy. These ultra-distance races are more than athletic feats—they are powerful journeys of self-transcendence, where the soul leads and the body joyfully follows.
Run and become. Become and run. Run to succeed in the outer world. Become to proceed in the inner world.” — Sri Chinmoy
This year’s races drew participants from an inspiring total of 23 countries, uniting hearts from around the globe in the spirit of oneness and inner progress:
🌎 3-Day Race: 14 participants from 7 countries 🇷🇺 Russia · 🇨🇿 Czech Republic · 🇺🇸 USA · 🇫🇮 Finland · 🇨🇦 Canada · 🇨🇭 Switzerland · 🇺🇦 Ukraine
🌍 6-Day Race: 8 participants from 8 countries 🇧🇷 Brazil · 🇲🇰 Macedonia · 🇨🇭 Switzerland · 🇳🇴 Norway · 🇵🇱 Poland · 🇲🇳 Mongolia · 🇦🇺 Australia · 🇫🇷 France
🌏 10-Day Race: 29 participants from 16 countries 🇵🇱 Poland · 🇨🇳 China · 🇨🇿 Czech Republic · 🇲🇳 Mongolia · 🇮🇳 India · 🇳🇴 Norway · 🇩🇪 Germany · 🇭🇺 Hungary · 🇺🇸 USA · 🇧🇷 Brazil · 🇮🇹 Italy · 🇸🇰 Slovakia · 🇨🇦 Canada · 🇷🇴 Romania · 🇮🇪 Ireland · 🇸🇬 Singapore
Together, these 51 runners represented a vibrant mosaic of 23 nations, each soul running with purpose, peace, and determination.
We offer our heartfelt gratitude to the volunteers whose cheerful dedication and tireless service helped create such a peaceful, uplifting atmosphere. The spirit of harmony and aspiration could truly be felt in every moment—early morning silence, evening cheer, and every step in between.
With deepest appreciation to all who made this soulful experience possible.
Congratulations to all 14 runners from 7 countries—Russia, Czech Republic, USA, Finland, Canada, Switzerland, and Ukraine – who completed the 3-Day Race at noon on April 22nd at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in New York City. A heartfelt bravo to each participant for their dedication and endurance!
The world’s oldest 10-day race is officially underway! The 2025 Sri Chinmoy 10-Day and 3-Day Races began on April 19 at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in New York.
On January 31, a captivating Self-Transcendence lecture was held in Oradea, Romania, led by Pushkar, attracting around 30 attendees, mainly runners. The session was well-received and ended with a calming 2-minute meditation and breathing exercise, leaving participants with a profound sense of peace.
The following Saturday morning, the momentum continued as a group of runners, including Adrian Papuc (2023 3100 Mile Race participant), gathered for a 2-mile run in a local park, starting with a meditation and recitation of one of Sri Chinmoy’s running poems.
Since 1985, the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team has hosted the 10-day and 6-day races at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in New York, inspired by the Sri Chinmoy. Discover the philosophy behind these unique races and hear the personal stories of the runners who take part.
Experience the Sri Chinmoy 6 & 10 Day Race in this video. Follow participants as they push through challenges and celebrate victories in Sofia over six and ten days. Witness their incredible determination and spirit.
The 6 and 10-day Race concluded on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at noon EDT. This race has been hosted by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team in New York since 1999.
The 6 and 10-day Races, hosted by the Sri Chinmoy Marathon Team since 1999 in New York. The Six-Day Race began on Monday, April 22, 2024, at noon, and will conclude alongside the 10-day Race on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at noon EDT.
