Anthropologist @Anthdurham1 / Media Officer @theasainfo / New book 'To the Limit' out Sept 12th: https: https://xitter.cf/t.co/WQxVE4rIF5
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Michael Crawley retweeted
Someone in this photo has medalled in each of the last five men’s 1500m finals
2021: Kerr 🥉
2022: Wightman 🥇
2023: Kerr 🥇
2024: Kerr 🥈
2025: Wightman 🥈
It's amazing how having a nice round number makes something feel more inspiring and possible, but no-one would think Ingebrigtsen could run 3:35 just because he had a shiny new suit...
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Had a great time at the @sportsbookaward last night, including the first drinks reception on the Oval pitch in 180 years and meeting some brilliant writers including @Susie__Chan and @laura_laker. Hope to be back again one day 🖊️ 🏃♂️ 🏏
Michael Crawley retweeted
'There's a lot of connection between running and dancing'
Latest episode of the Way of the Runner podcast is out! It's an audience Q&A with author @mphcrawley. We go down some fascinating avenues of discussion … find it on all podcast platforms, or here: thewayoftherunner.com/podcas…
This new book by @KaitPericak sounds fascinating, and will be a great addition to my Anthropology of Sport course reading list ⬇️
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Michael Crawley retweeted
Want to read inspiring stories of endurance and resilience? Look no further than the 2025 shortlist for the Sports Performance Book of the Year.
These books offer powerful insights into the determination and grit required to overcome challenges and achieve success.
You can have YOUR SAY on the winner in our public vote. Vote here: form.typeform.com/to/uGUcZsx…
#CTSBA25 #ReadingForSport
Really pleased to have been shortlisted for this alongside some other great titles. Please vote if you can!
The Sports Performance Book of the Year 2025 shortlist is packed with expert advice and inspirational stories designed to help you up your game. Which is your winner? The vote is OPEN for you to choose your favourite.
Bend, Don't Break, Frank O'Mara, (@theobrienpress)
Hardest Geezer, @hardestgeezer (@EburyPublishing)
The Path We Run, Jen Benson (Cassell, @Octopus_Books)
There is No Wall, Allie Bailey (@VertebratePub)
To the Limit, Michael Crawley (@BloomsburySport)
Trails and Tribulations, Susie Chan (@BloomsburySport)
Tri Again, Chris Sheard (@PitchPublishing)
#CTSBA25 #ReadingForSport
Michael Crawley retweeted
Congratulations to all of our brilliant authors across both Bloomsbury Sport and @sigmascience on being shortlisted for The Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards 2025! @sportsbookaward
@iaincartergolf @laura_laker @maddyjorr @Iwanrunner @mphcrawley @Susie__Chan
Michael Crawley retweeted
🌟What an incredible World Book Day! 📚Our library invited the inspirational Dr. Michael Crawley, to share insight on running and endurance from his award-winning books. A whole-hearted thank you to Dr. Crawley an academic anthropologist, runner, and writer! @WorldBookDayUK
Had a great time speaking to pupils @EastwoodHighERC and @WoodfarmHigh about anthropology and writing this morning for #WorldBookDay. Thanks to @EastwoodLib1 (pictured dressed as Ebenezer Scrooge) for the invite! 📕 🖊️ 🇪🇹
Michael Crawley retweeted
Durham Anthropology are recruiting an Assistant Professor in Anthropology of Data Science (Research & Education).
For more information, and to apply, click the link below.
durham.taleo.net/careersecti…
Michael Crawley retweeted
Dr Michael Crawley discusses GoodGym - how we promote active travel and socially useful exercise - on the latest Cyclist Magazine Podcast
Check it out the episode here (GoodGym mentioned ~27 mins): podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcas…
@cyclist @mphcrawley
Michael Crawley retweeted
Camaraderie
We feature in this book after @mphcrawley rode the 'big storm' RttS.
"If you look at all the feedback we've had over the years, the most common word that crops up is camaraderie"
Love this excerpt from the book, have a wee read
22 weeks to go
ridetothesun.co.uk/register – at Edinburgh, Scotland
Michael Crawley retweeted
Enduring together creates unusually strong social bonds. Here are a few key insights from "To the Limit: The Meaning of Endurance from Mexico to the Himalayas," by @mphcrawley.
nextbigideaclub.com/magazine…
Really please that To the Limit was selected as one of @NextBigIdeaClub’s must-read books for 2024. I made a short recording for them here:
nextbigideaclub.com/magazine…
Michael Crawley retweeted
Warm up, Ethiopian style 🇪🇹
🎥 @angasurunning / #AsicsEthiopia
Michael Crawley retweeted
¡ Wow !
Tsedat Ayana de Etiopía, rebasa en el último kilómetro al líder de toda la competencia , Abe Gashahun y gana el Prestigiado #MaratónPowerade @Maratonmty con un tiempo extraoficial de 2:09:19
#RunTogetherMty
New paper out in @AfricaIai, alongside some other great writing on trust and competition in Africa. I explore the paradox that whilst Ethiopian runners often say 'there is no trust' between athletes, they embody trusting relations by training together. 🧵
shorturl.at/fEa1D
Synchronicity in training was seen as key to success. 'If the cobweb strings unite they can bind a lion' our coach said. But it was seen as requiring a lot of hard work to maintain in practice.