Beyond the Road
The way we see the world is shaped by the knowledge we inherit, the experiences we carry, and the beliefs we hold onto. These stories quietly become part of who we are, shaping the lives we choose to build.
More than any race or medal, running has become a way to ask questions closer to home, between one another and within ourselves.
Who are we?
Where did we come from?
What are we running for?
How are we running it?
We are always living in the space between the past and the future. Beyond the Road is a space to explore the stories unfolding in the very present. To look beyond the miles, the results, and the finish lines, and discover the deeper meaning in the journeys we share.
Every athlete carries a story. Each one can take us through a dream and back to a reality we have never seen before, or to one we now see in a new light.
2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Philippians 3:13-14
Allegra McGivern
Meet Allegra, and this is her story. Always working hard, always having fun with her friends. It was a joy to watch them run!
The Place We Call Home
After finishing a university degree, what will you do if you have a gap year? Well, Matt went on a mission to explore Australia. Matt was one of my friends who introduced me to ultra trail running back in 2020. Ever since then, he has continually pushed the boundary and went on so many adventures. Here he shares his favourite runs from each state and of his 655fortakayna project.
Alex Shaw
Meet Alex (@agshawry ), and this is his typical Tuesday morning. Always working hard. Always with a cheerful smile at the start and finish. 🙌🏻
Returning to Running after COVID
Nobody knows the long-term impact of Covid yet, especially the wellbeing and performance of athletes. I met up with Nick and had an insightful conversation on how Covid has impacted his training.
Otto Khoo
Meet Otto, and this is his story and his goals for 2022. Outside of running, he is a very talented professional filmmaker, capturing stories in a different sort of way 🎥 🙂.
Marathon Dream
Marnie raced in the Melbourne Marathon and finished in 3rd place with an incredible time of 2.31.55 (a massive 5min 26 sec PB). There is always something special with a marathon race. Although I was not there to witness this moment, I joined Marnie for her recovery run to hear about her story and her upcoming goals.
Oliver White
Meet Oliver, and this is his story at the NSW All Schools Champs. Oliver was one of the athletes I take notice of at every meets, of his determined face, powerful strides and big improvements in the recent year. And after these photos, I was even more curious to hear what's going on in his mind.
Xavier Perry
Meet Xavier, and this is his story at NSW All Schools Championships. The joy and energy within him and his friendships on the track was something I couldn’t take my eyes off.
Jess Burke & Zach Johnson
Meet Jess and Zach and this is their Sydney Harbour 5K Story. It has been a long journey for Jess towards her sub 20 goal. It was such a beautiful scene to witness as they worked together for this moment, crossing the line together on 19:51.
Sam Hopper
Meet Sam, and this is his story leading up to his debut marathon at Melbourne Marathon Festival. 9 days before the race, I visited him during his taper workout session at Gore Hill Oval with the Delta crew.
Sam Dunnett
Meet Sam (@sam.dunnett ), a 19 year old runner from Victoria. This was his first race back after 2 years of injuries & surgeries, and he finished 2nd (8:23) in the B race. What a comeback!
Aynslee Van Graan
Meet Aynslee (@aynsleeminnaar ), the 2021 NSW 3000m Female Champion 🏆She ran a 9:07 (a massive 26 sec PB). But what is more admiring is her perseverance in the past months and her change in mindset that led her to where she is today.