Category: community

MAYA and the Wave

Maya Gabeira overcame a near-fatal injury to ride the world's biggest wave, an achievement captured in the documentary Maya & The Wave. The film's director and cinematographer, Stephanie Johnes, embarked on her own remarkable journey to bring this story to life.

By Ellë Bolland

Triple Threat

No rope? No problem! We find out how team Taupō Triple Threat conquer the Slip Wall and become New Zealand's Obstacle Course Racing powerhouse.

By Ellë Bolland

Marathons & Races

Ever wondered what it would be like to run the Empire State building? You can! From the timeless classics to the kooky and obscure, we’ve put together a list of our favourite races around the world.

By Ellë Bolland

How far is too far?

From running 1000 miles around a track to non-stop swimming marathons, endurance athletes have redefined human limits. But as these extreme challenges grow in popularity- and the risks loom larger - it begs the question: where do we draw the line?

By Ellë Bolland

Cult or Community?

Record numbers of Gen-Z and Millennials are now taking to the streets in the form of run clubs, but are we celebrating inclusivity, or have we inadvertently formed a new kind of cult? One writer finds out…

By Ellë Bolland

Beyond Pace

Run for the fun, not for the clout: Meet the global run clubs redefining what it means to grow a community, one stride at a time.

By Glorious

Your Breasts

Tits, boobs, melons, jugs—whatever you call them, we’re sure you’ve been hearing a lot about them this month. Do you have information fatigue yet? Maybe. Does this put us off telling you to check your breasts? Absolutely not. Here’s a short guide to chest health.

By Glorious

And Breathe…

“I had to make a change. I resigned from the job I had dreamt of. I gave up the financial comfort, the benefits, the status. I let go of the person I thought I wanted to be.” Mariana Ormaechea shares her journey from burnout to self-discovery.

By Mariana Ormaechea

Sprucing Up

From hosting a Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Major to inspiring local school children, Spruce Meadows champions both world-class sport and community connections. We meet Linda Southern-Heathcott to find out how she keeps this iconic venue thriving.

By Glorious

Drop In

Discover the untold stories of the female, queer, bi, and non-binary athletes who revolutionised skateboarding in this excerpt from Drop In – the groundbreaking new book that celebrates their ferocious courage, determination, and flair for their sport.

By Deborah Stoll