The Documentary & Book
States of Mind.
58 marathons. 58 days. 2,447 kilometres.
One question: how far can you really go?
A documentary and memoir by Lachlan Stuart.
The Documentary
This is not a highlight reel.
States of Mind follows Lachlan Stuart across 58 consecutive marathons through 50 US states in the dead of winter, then every Australian state and territory.
It captures the moments the cameras were never supposed to see. The injury on Day 5 that nearly ended everything. The midnight run in Hawaii after 50 straight days. The phone call where his wife told him the IVF transfer did not work. The silence between teammates when words stopped helping.
Directed by Ben Turner, this film goes beyond the finish line to explore what happens to a man, a marriage, and a mission when the only way forward is through.
The Book · Available Now
States of Mind.
Life Is an Adventure of Becoming
"What am I really capable of?"
That was the question I couldn't put down. I'd spent years helping other men find the next version. Meanwhile I was in Nashville, coasting. Amy wasn't. She was building. Watching her chase her thing made me realise I'd stopped chasing mine. I needed a mountain of my own.
What came out of that was 58 marathons in 58 days. All 50 US states, 8 Australian states and territories, done through the American winter. A test of distance turned into a battle for survival.
The physical part wasn't the hardest thing. The hardest thing was the voice in my own head telling me I was a fraud, and finding a way to keep running anyway.
Somewhere between the frost and the fatigue, one thing landed: pain doesn't change when you fight it. It changes when you stop giving it the wrong meaning.
"Every mile stripped something away from him, until all that was left was to choose exactly who he wanted to be."
Get States of Mind
Get the book · $36 AUDHardcover ships from Australia and worldwide. Audiobook coming soon.
What readers are saying
“I’ve been busting for Lachie’s book to finally come out and it did not disappoint. This book inspires you to live bigger, and if that’s not reason enough to pick it up, I don’t know what is.”
“I powered through this book, couldn’t put it down. Lachlan has shown true physical and mental grit, and great vulnerability in writing it. Inspirational, jaw-dropping, and a powerful message that anything is possible.”
The World Premiere
Two sold-out nights in Brisbane.
The world premiere ran over two sold-out nights, a documentary screening followed by a live Q&A with Lachlan Stuart and director Ben Turner, then networking after the show. More screenings and events coming through 2026. Get in touch to bring a private screening or corporate event to your city or team.
The Journey
From frozen Alaska to the Brisbane finish line.
58 days. 50 US states. 8 Australian states and territories. Temperatures from −15°C to 35°C. Snow, desert, altitude, humidity. And the kind of community that shows up when someone commits to something bigger than themselves.
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Common Questions
Frequently asked.
Where can I buy the book?
States of Mind: Life Is an Adventure of Becoming is available now through Author to You. Published by Dean Publishing (2026), ISBN 978-1-7645619-5-2. The book goes deeper than the documentary, taking you inside the mental states that made the journey possible.
When did the documentary premiere?
The world premiere ran over two sold-out nights, May 27 and May 28, 2026, in Brisbane, Australia. More screenings are coming through 2026, sign up for the email list to hear about them first, or get in touch to arrange a private or corporate screening for your team.
What is States of Mind about?
States of Mind follows Lachlan Stuart across 58 consecutive marathons through 50 US states and every Australian state and territory. But it's not a film about running, it's about the mental states we pass through on the way to becoming ourselves: desire, conviction, perception, resilience, and belonging.
Who directed the documentary?
The documentary is directed by Ben Turner. The film captures intimate moments from the 58-day journey including the setbacks, personal struggles, and quiet triumphs that happened when the cameras weren't supposed to be rolling.
Can I book Lachlan Stuart to speak at my event?
Yes. Lachlan delivers keynotes on resilience, mental performance, and leadership for corporate events, conferences, and schools across Australia. He is represented by Saxton Speakers Bureau.
For media, corporate screenings, or speaking bookings.
States of Mind is available for corporate wellness screenings, leadership events, and school programs. For media enquiries, interview requests, or speaking bookings, get in touch.
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