How strong is your belief?

How strong is your belief when you try to do something new? Do you believe you would turn by trumps or feel like walking on thin ice?

Numerous things that exist today seemed impossible at some point, and it was someone's vision that made them real.?

Born on March 23, 1929, in Harrow, England, Roger had a humble beginning, and in the 1952 Olympics, he finished 4th and missed out on a medal for the country.

Losing badly hurt him, and he decided to win gold. He also developed a sincere desire to challenge the limits of human speed. No one had ever run a mile in less than four minutes. Scientists had said that the human body was incapable of such a feat – that it was impossible. Roger believed faith was the first step to turning the Trumps and decided to take up the challenge.

Generally, we are governed by what we believe to be true and what we hear and see in our environment, limiting us from achieving what we want.?

The second step after faith is discipline.?Roger needed preparation, support, and practice to run that mile in record time and adopted innovative training methods that helped him break down his mental limits. Innovation combined with conviction can make a difference when faced with a work project or a personal goal.

The three techniques he followed are:

Intensity Training

He incorporated alternating between high-intensity running periods and rest or lower-intensity activity. Interval training is known for improving cardiovascular fitness and overall endurance.

Mental Visualization:

He mentally rehearses his races, picturing himself running with perfect form and achieving his goals. This mental preparation is now an essential component of elite athletic training.

Innovative Workouts:

He incorporated unconventional workouts into his training routine. He would vary his running surfaces, sometimes training on grass or uneven terrain to enhance his adaptability and strengthen different muscle groups.

On May 6, 1954, at the Iffley Road track in Oxford, history awaited. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as Bannister, surrounded by a supportive group of fellow runners, took to the track. The weather, initially uncertain, cleared just in time for the historic run.

As the gun fired, Bannister surged ahead with a perfect blend of speed and endurance. The first lap was swift, and as he entered the third lap, Bannister's stride revealed a determination that transcended the physical realm. The final lap was a sprint against time and doubt, each step echoing the heartbeat of a world watching in collective suspense.

As Bannister lunged across the finish line, the stadium erupted in cheers. The impossible had become a reality, and the official time, announced as 3 minutes and 59.4 seconds, echoed through the annals of sports history. Bannister had shattered the mystical barrier, proving that limits are meant to be challenged.

Interestingly, within 12 months, 300 other people worldwide broke the four-minute mile, too, which paved the way for many to follow him and break the barriers. This is popularly known as "Roger Bannister Effect" represents the transformative power of breaking mental barriers and challenging preconceived limits.

Faith & discipline are the steps to success. So from now on, for your next initiative, new job, relationship, and project, do it with utmost faith & discipline. This year, take an oath to be a Barrister, or at least be among the 300 people to achieve the impossible in life.