Running High is an intimate look at New Zealander Lisa Tamati’s experience tackling one of the cruelest races on the planet, La Ultra. La Ultra is the highest and arguably one of the toughest ultra marathons on the planet. Competitors are required to run 220kms through the foothills of the Himalayas with over 4,500 metres of ascent. We learn of the different training approaches each competitor takes in the lead up to the event. Doctors provide information on altitude sickness and run specific tests with the athletes; attempting to shed new light on this somewhat mysterious condition. Unique friendships and bonds are formed between Lisa and her inexperienced, but passionate and adventurous crew.