One evening at a stadium, young Richard trains for a marathon. Encountering another aspiring athlete, Richard's perspective on life on the track - and life itself - changes forever.

Working mum Alice cares for both her son Ashton and her second husband Vincent, who suffers from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). When some complications arise regarding the future of Ashton's education, the couple is forced to decide on how to juggle their lives.