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122. Why do we do it? Endurance, with Dr Michael Crawley

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Endurance and Community: Cultural Insights from Running

This chapter delves into the rigorous research behind 'To The Limit,' focusing on the speaker's interactions with a remote running tribe in Mexico. It emphasizes the cultural significance of running within indigenous communities, exploring the communal and spiritual facets of endurance sports, and critiques the commercialization surrounding them. The discussion also highlights the narratives of diverse athletes, particularly from Africa, revealing the complexities of their experiences and the importance of integrating endurance activities into modern lifestyles.

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