Roger Bannister
Roger Bannister
Roger Bannister (pronounced: /ˈrɒdʒər ˈbænɪstər/) was a British middle-distance athlete and neurologist who is best known for running the first sub-four-minute mile.
Etymology
The name "Roger" is of Old German origin, meaning "famous spear". The surname "Bannister" is of Old French origin, meaning "one who makes or sells baskets".
Biography
Roger Bannister was born on March 23, 1929, in Harrow, England. He studied medicine at the University of Oxford and later at St Mary's Hospital Medical School in London. He balanced his studies with his athletic career, competing in middle-distance running events.
On May 6, 1954, Bannister made history by running the first mile in less than four minutes, a feat previously thought to be impossible. His record time was 3:59.4. This achievement is often referred to as the "Bannister Mile".
After retiring from athletics, Bannister had a long and distinguished career as a neurologist. He made significant contributions to the understanding of the autonomic nervous system.
Related Terms
- Middle-distance running: A type of track and field race that is longer than a sprint but shorter than long-distance races. The most common distances are 800 meters, 1500 meters, and the mile.
- Neurology: A branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the nervous system.
- Autonomic nervous system: The part of the nervous system responsible for control of the bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Roger Bannister
- Wikipedia's article - Roger Bannister
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