Roger Bannister and the 4-Minute Mile Tutorial

Discover the inspiring story of Roger Bannister and how he shattered the 4-minute mile barrier, a feat deemed impossible before 1954. This compelling video delves into the power of belief and self-fulfilling prophecies, showing how Bannister's vision and determination paved the way for future athletes. Join us to explore agility and change in this remarkable journey!

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it was widely accepted in the world of athletics that running

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a mile in less than 4 minutes was physically impossible.

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However,

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Roger Bannister,

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a British middle distance runner,

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refused to accept this limiting belief.

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He constantly visualized himself crossing the finish line in less than 4 minutes,

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training not only his body but also his mind to believe that it was possible.

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On May 6th,

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1954,

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Bannister ran a mile in 3 minutes 59.4 seconds,

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breaking the four minute barrier and achieving

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what had been widely considered impossible.

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This new record was the fruit of his self-fulfilling prophecy.

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His belief influenced his actions,

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leading to the achievement of the goal.

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What is even more interesting

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is that after Banister broke this barrier,

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others quickly followed.

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Just 46 days after Banister's record,

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John Landy ran a mile in 3 minutes 57.9 seconds.

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Today,

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running a mile in less than 4 minutes is

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almost a standard for elite male middle distance runners.

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This demonstrates the power of self-fulfilling prophecies.

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Once expectations have been reset,

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what was previously considered impossible becomes the norm.

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