July 2023 – Until the water runs out

Said about the book by Abhejali Bernardová, conqueror of 7 oceans, ultrarunner, triathlete, and motivational speaker.

She was the tenth person in the world to complete the “Oceans Seven” challenge. You could say that Abhejali Bernardová is the best Czech swimmer you’ve never heard of. However, the journey to achieve the “Seven Oceans” is much more captivating in her story than the goal itself. Her expeditions around the world are not just about swimming; they are primarily journeys inward. With the help of meditation, beyond comfort and the familiar, she discovers herself. Through her storytelling, she awakens in us the belief that we are all capable of more than we think.
“Abhejali embodies what the true essence of sport is for me. Her book is, among other things, a great motivation on how to fulfill the meaning of human growth and take one more step forward.” Lucie Výborná, presenter, journalist, and wanderer Between Worlds.
“The swims Abhejali completed are long and challenging. She achieved amazing things. And it’s all the more remarkable because she comes from a landlocked country, where she had to imagine the ocean long before she finally saw it.” Lynne Cox, legendary American swimmer, author of Antarctic Mile.
“The greatest victory of a person is over themselves. To be able to command yourself, set a goal, achieve goals, and be an example to others. And Abhejali is a great example, not only for us swimmers.” Jan Novák, the first land-based conqueror of the English Channel from England to France.

Who is Abhejali Bernardová?

Abhejali Bernardová is a Czech long-distance swimmer and runner. In February 2018, by swimming across the Cook Strait, she completed the Oceans Seven swimming challenge. She thus became the tenth person in history to complete this challenge. Besides that, she is also a successful ultrarunner and triathlete. With the help of meditation, which she has practiced since she was 18, she is able to work with her mind even in moments far beyond comfort and the familiar. That’s why she lectures on these topics herself and offers meditation courses — awakening in us the belief that we are all capable of more than we think.