When we hear the term cross-country run, we typically envision a cold, windy trail run from our high school years. Until recently that is, when Nedd Brockmann gave the term a new meaning, running 3,953 kms across the country of Australia. While we might not all have goals as lofty as running across a continent, we can learn a thing or two from Nedd’s tenacity and resilience throughout his journey.