Running is where I’ve found purpose and freedom. It’s the space where I test my limits, connect with myself, and discover what I’m truly capable of. Every mile is a chance to grow, to lean into discomfort, and to come out stronger on the other side.
But my journey isn’t just about racing. It’s also about sharing the reality behind it. I create content to document the highs and lows of ultra running, and I’m open about the challenges of living and competing with AuDHD. Navigating this space as a neurodivergent athlete isn’t always straightforward, but by telling my story honestly, I hope to make the sport more relatable and inclusive for others.
I’m striving to become a professional, sponsored ultra runner who can compete on the international stage, and to bring people along with me through every step of that journey.
Hi, I’m Sara, an ultra-marathon runner.
My Journey So Far
I ran my first marathon in 2023 , Loch Rannoch, where I came 1st female after years of just trying to make it to the start line. That breakthrough gave me the confidence to see what else was possible.
A month later, I signed up for the John Muir Way Nocturnal Ultra, finishing 2nd overall and 1st female. That result was a massive boost and lit a fire to chase bigger goals.
I brought a coach on board to help me train smarter, and the results came quickly:
Glentress Marathon (Feb 2024): 1st female
John Muir Way Ultra (Mar 2024): 1st female (CR)
Full Tilt Ultra (Jun 2024): 3rd female after returning from a brief injury
Run the Blades (Jul 2024): 1st female
Run the Border (Aug 2025): 1st female (CR)
Glasgow to Edinburgh Ultra (Oct 2024): 1st female and a 40-minute course record (CR)
2025
In 2025, I put traditional racing on hold to attempt something bigger: running the North Coast 500, a 500-mile loop around the Scottish Highlands.
The goal wasn’t just personal; I set out to raise awareness of what it means to be a female athlete with AuDHD, and to show that chasing ambitious goals is possible outside the “standard” racing path. Balancing training with university meant I couldn’t always race competitively, but the NC500 gave me a platform to combine running with advocacy and storytelling.
Now, with my degree finished and my focus fully committed to ultra running, I’m building towards exciting plans for late 2025 and beyond. The next chapter is about racing competitively, stepping onto the international stage, and continuing to share my journey openly along the way.
In between racing, I set my sights on something bigger, attempting to run the North Coast 500, a 500-mile loop around the Scottish Highlands. While I didn’t complete the route due to medical reasons, the experience taught me more than any finish line ever could.
