Michael Crawley

Anthropologist @Anthdurham1 / Media Officer @theasainfo / New book 'To the Limit' out Sept 12th: https:

[Jonathan Gault @jgault13]

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 🥈

[Clara Barlow @ClaraBarlow30]

@aaronkunce @mphcrawley https://t.co/akz9LwI1Kv
Spread the word!

[Michael Crawley @mphcrawley]

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...

Nike Announces Breaking4: Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile — NIKE, Inc.

[Michael Crawley @mphcrawley]

@runwgl Congrats!

[Michael Crawley @mphcrawley]

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 @mphcrawley]

@mindfulruncoach Hi! Really pleased to hear you enjoyed it. Funnily enough we just sold the Korean rights so hopefully it’ll be out in Korean translation soon : )

[Adharanand Finn @adharanand]

'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: https://t.co/JXu4M2o0EZ

[Michael Crawley @mphcrawley]

This new book by @KaitPericak sounds fascinating, and will be a great addition to my Anthropology of Sport course reading list ⬇️

[Kaitlin Pericak, Ph.D. (she/her) @KaitPericak]

Check out my new book, "Body Factory," published by Temple University Press!

"Body Factory" examines the healthcare system in an NCAA DI athletic training room, where the treatment and care of college athletes are shaped by a multitude of organizational pressures.

[The Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards @sportsbookaward]

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: https://t.co/nQlH2eroNk

#CTSBA25 #ReadingForSport

[Michael Crawley @mphcrawley]

Really pleased to have been shortlisted for this alongside some other great titles. Please vote if you can!

[The Charles Tyrwhitt Sports Book Awards @sportsbookaward]

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

[Bloomsbury Sport @BloomsburySport]

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

[Woodfarm High School @WoodfarmHigh]

🌟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

[Michael Crawley @mphcrawley]

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 @mphcrawley]

@NewWritingNorth @BarterBooks @keelrowbookshop @CogitoBooks @NewBridgeBooks Collected have a handle too - @CollectedDurham

[Durham Anthropology @AnthDurham1]

Durham Anthropology are recruiting an Assistant Professor in Anthropology of Data Science (Research & Education).

For more information, and to apply, click the link below.

https://t.co/ol1KZaZWPm

[GoodGym @goodgym]

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): https://t.co/9dOHsN3PrN

@cyclist @mphcrawley

[Ride To The Sun @RidetotheSun]

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
https://t.co/a7aDwbIzlv

[Next Big Idea Club @NextBigIdeaClub]

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.
https://t.co/wRGbE6GwTJ

[Michael Crawley @mphcrawley]

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:

https://t.co/Npl5DcZ9YV

[Moyo Sports @Moyo_Sports]

Warm up, Ethiopian style 🇪🇹

🎥 @angasurunning / #AsicsEthiopia