The Limits of Human Endurance: What We Can Learn from F1 Drivers The world of Formula One is often seen as a realm of high octane excitement, where drivers push their vehicles to the edge of what's physically possible on asphalt.
But it's not just the cars that are being pushed to their limits – the human bodies behind the wheels are also subjected to stresses and strains that would be unimaginable in most other professions.
F1 drivers are often perceived as daredevils, men (and increasingly women) who inhabit a rarefied world where bravery is paramount.