Welcome to This is Why I Run, a project that will take you into the heart, science and history of distance running. Our passion is the stories of extraordinary, everyday people which reveal the connection between running and the human race.

Share your stories and photos with us on our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. Join us to discover and connect with the global community of long distance runners and find out how this universal, simple human act links our minds, our bodies and our souls.

The first of our short films is now ready. Coast to Kosciuszko takes you on a roller coaster ride with an eclectic group of runners as they tackle Australia’s longest road race.