When teenagers from one of the nations toughest neighborhoods in Oakland California sign up to train for a marathon they begin the journey of a lifetime Runners High is an intimate character driven documentary of struggle courage and hope During a season filled with conflict and possibility four of these teens bare their dreams joys tears and fears As several stumble under pressure in emotionally charged moments others realize the journey begins with the power and commitment to accept responsibility for their own futures Runners High shows that no matter what happens next one season of training to run 262 miles can change your life forever