A Lev
Biographic Data
| ID | 52419 |
|---|---|
| NAME | A Lev |
| GIVEN NAMES | A |
| FAMILY NAME | Lev |
| SIGNATURE | LEV A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Ono Academic College |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-6254-1326 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 18 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 49 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 18 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2019 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 5 |
Running Unplugged: A Pilot Study on Technological Disengagement and Identity Disruption Among Distance Runners
This study explores the emotional and identity-related dimensions of disconnecting from smartwatch use in distance running. Using a collaborative autoethnographic approach, it examines the experiences of two middle-aged, non-elite runners transitioning from years of smartwatch reliance to a period of technological disengagement. The analysis investigates the emotional and psychological processes of this “cold turkey” journey, focusing on how runn…
Education, policy, and power: A case study on physiotherapists’ opposition to athletic training curriculum
In 2018, Israel’s first Athletic Training (AT) department – a health profession specialising in injury prevention and rehabilitation – faced strong opposition from the Physiotherapy (PT) community. This study explores how PTs sought to block the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) programme and discredit AT as a profession. Guided by Foucault’s power-knowledge framework, we applied Foucauldian Discourse Analysis (FDA) to a four-year dataset, including on…
You’ve branded yourself like a cow and shifted yourself into a different class”: Tattoos as symbols of liminality in the process of becoming an Ironman
This study examines the role of the Ironman tattoo as a symbol of liminality, status, and communal belonging within the Ironman community. Drawing on Victor Turner's framework of liminality and communitas, the research explores how athletes transition from marathoner to Ironman and how the tattoo functions as a marker of reintegration and social recognition. Using semi-structured interviews with 18 male Ironman athletes, the study identifies thre…
Patriarchy in disguise: Reproducing male hegemony through the Ninja TV competition
“Everyone does it but no one really wants to talk about it”: Roles and meanings of bodily secretions in the confines of distance running groups
Bodily secretions such as urinating, expectorating, defaecating and flatulating during distance running often play an integral part in the distance runner’s routine, but to a large degree remain undiscussed in public. The aim of this study is to deconstruct this taboo topic by shedding light on the nexus between secretions and their sociocultural meanings and implications in the confines of running groups. Drawing on Douglas’s (1970) conceptual f…
Should I stay or should I go: The differences between elite football and basketball coaches’ backgrounds
Through analysis of coaches' playing history and players' post-retirement career choices in these fields in Israel, this article identifies significant different patterns in the transition from the role of player to that of a coach in basketball and football. In football the majority of coaches are former senior players, and the majority of senior players go on to become coaches, whereas in basketball the situation is the complete reverse. Explan…
The pop-up pain: Reconceptualizing the Perception of Short-Lived Pain Among Non-Injured Recreational Marathoners
From combat boots to running shoes: The role of military service in shaping masculine identity in Israeli long-distance running groups
This study examines the social construction of masculinity within the Israeli society, focusing on the associations between masculine identity, prior military service, and current involvement in long-distance running. A 2-year ethnographic research design was utilized, involving two running groups, which incorporated participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and running websites. The findings shed light on the significance of military …
“The Glorious Pain”: Attaining Pleasure and Gratification in Times of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (Doms) among Gym Goers
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a widely known phenomenon among gym goers. For many of them, experiencing DOMS the day after working out in the gym is often perceived as rewarding and something of which to brag and be proud. Although existing work within the biomedical field has undoubtedly shed light on coping with and managing DOMS, there remains little in-depth qualitative research on the gym goer’s lived experience regarding this phen…
Filthy Old People: Ageism in Israeli Gyms
Based on an ethnographic study the article explores ageism in the context of gyms in Israel. It questions perceptions of ‘old age’ as having self-evident existence. As bodily characteristics are prominent in the social surrounding of the gym, this context serves as a convenient sphere for examining ageism. The findings reveal that fitness activity is perceived by all gym participants as serving to mitigate physical fragility. They also demonstrat…
Running through the in-between: Distance runners in a state of liminality
This paper focuses on the way novice marathon runners experience and respond to a change – becoming marathoners. It utilises Victor Turner’s concepts of liminality and communitas to illustrate the complexity and challenges experienced by novice runners. The scope of sociological research regarding distance runners over the last two decades has expanded, nevertheless, very little has been written in reference to the process of the liminal phase pe…
Granting the privilege to grunt: Reconceptualizing the perception of grunting in gyms
For many gym goers, grunting in times of bodily exertion is perceived as a voluntary performance, a self-evident expression for which they can waive any responsibility. Drawing on a symbolic interaction approach, this paper provides a novel examination of grunting as a social phenomenon. It demonstrates the role of grunting as a social symbol and its connection to social spaces and identities, gender norms, and power relations. The scope of socio…
Distance runners in a dys-appearance state – Reconceptualizing the perception of pain and suffering in times of bodily distress
This article will focus on the perception of pain and bodily distress among long-distance runners. It builds on Leder’s (1990) phenomenological notion of the Dys-appearing body. As opposed to bodily dis-appearance in which one can perceive his/her body as ‘absent’ or ‘being away’, bodily dys-appearance appears as being ‘ill’ or ‘bad’. The paper suggests three phenomenological dimensions in the way runners experience physical pain: first-person dy…
Who leads The Last Dance
Lost in transition: Analyzing the lifecycle of Israeli football stars in becoming coaches
In the Israeli Premier Football League there is a phenomenon in which many team captains or players who were the team’s leaders go on to become professional coaches. Reality shows that some of them make it as great coaches, and some ‘get lost’ – failing in the transition from being a leading player to assuming the leadership position of coaching. This article seeks to understand the challenges in that process and to identify factors that explain …
Running between the raindrops: Running marathons and the potential to put marriage in jeopardy
For many amateur long-distance runners the marathon is not merely an event - it is a demanding activity, both physically and mentally. While being immersed in this activity they enter the running social world and undergo a process of identity transformation. This process encompasses immersion into a 'zone' that is often outside the partnership of marriage and includes absorption into social networks that are unlimited in time and place. In this s…
Becoming a long-distance runner – deriving pleasure and contentment in times of pain and bodily distress
This paper indicates the way beginner long-distance runners learn to derive pleasure and contentment (‘runner’s high’) in times of pain and bodily distress. It is based on Becker’s theoretical framework of using marihuana (marijuana) for pleasure. Although pain resulting from long-distance running has been widely explored sociologically, little has been written regarding the process of deriving pleasure from the pain. An ethnographic research des…
Male Dominance under Threat: Machoism Confronts Female Defiance in Israeli Gyms
The article discusses macho culture in Israeli gyms. It describes male trainees' efforts to preserve their dominance, facing female trainees' threat to undermine it. The article analyzes means, such as military icons, physical battles, and vocal expressions, used to convey male dominance at the gym. Two gyms in the metropolis of Tel Aviv were studied by the male researcher for three years, and one suburban gym was studied by the female researcher…
Becoming a long-distance runner – deriving pleasure and contentment in times of pain and bodily distress
This paper indicates the way beginner long-distance runners learn to derive pleasure and contentment (‘runner’s high’) in times of pain and bodily distress. It is based on Becker’s theoretical framework of using marihuana (marijuana) for pleasure. Although pain resulting from long-distance running has been widely explored sociologically, little has been written regarding the process of deriving pleasure from the pain. An ethnographic research des…
Running through the in-between: Distance runners in a state of liminality
This paper focuses on the way novice marathon runners experience and respond to a change – becoming marathoners. It utilises Victor Turner’s concepts of liminality and communitas to illustrate the complexity and challenges experienced by novice runners. The scope of sociological research regarding distance runners over the last two decades has expanded, nevertheless, very little has been written in reference to the process of the liminal phase pe…
Running between the raindrops: Running marathons and the potential to put marriage in jeopardy
For many amateur long-distance runners the marathon is not merely an event - it is a demanding activity, both physically and mentally. While being immersed in this activity they enter the running social world and undergo a process of identity transformation. This process encompasses immersion into a 'zone' that is often outside the partnership of marriage and includes absorption into social networks that are unlimited in time and place. In this s…
Male Dominance under Threat: Machoism Confronts Female Defiance in Israeli Gyms
The article discusses macho culture in Israeli gyms. It describes male trainees' efforts to preserve their dominance, facing female trainees' threat to undermine it. The article analyzes means, such as military icons, physical battles, and vocal expressions, used to convey male dominance at the gym. Two gyms in the metropolis of Tel Aviv were studied by the male researcher for three years, and one suburban gym was studied by the female researcher…
Granting the privilege to grunt: Reconceptualizing the perception of grunting in gyms
For many gym goers, grunting in times of bodily exertion is perceived as a voluntary performance, a self-evident expression for which they can waive any responsibility. Drawing on a symbolic interaction approach, this paper provides a novel examination of grunting as a social phenomenon. It demonstrates the role of grunting as a social symbol and its connection to social spaces and identities, gender norms, and power relations. The scope of socio…
Lost in transition: Analyzing the lifecycle of Israeli football stars in becoming coaches
In the Israeli Premier Football League there is a phenomenon in which many team captains or players who were the team’s leaders go on to become professional coaches. Reality shows that some of them make it as great coaches, and some ‘get lost’ – failing in the transition from being a leading player to assuming the leadership position of coaching. This article seeks to understand the challenges in that process and to identify factors that explain …
From combat boots to running shoes: The role of military service in shaping masculine identity in Israeli long-distance running groups
This study examines the social construction of masculinity within the Israeli society, focusing on the associations between masculine identity, prior military service, and current involvement in long-distance running. A 2-year ethnographic research design was utilized, involving two running groups, which incorporated participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and running websites. The findings shed light on the significance of military …
Who leads The Last Dance
Filthy Old People: Ageism in Israeli Gyms
Based on an ethnographic study the article explores ageism in the context of gyms in Israel. It questions perceptions of ‘old age’ as having self-evident existence. As bodily characteristics are prominent in the social surrounding of the gym, this context serves as a convenient sphere for examining ageism. The findings reveal that fitness activity is perceived by all gym participants as serving to mitigate physical fragility. They also demonstrat…
Becoming a long-distance runner – deriving pleasure and contentment in times of pain and bodily distress
This paper indicates the way beginner long-distance runners learn to derive pleasure and contentment (‘runner’s high’) in times of pain and bodily distress. It is based on Becker’s theoretical framework of using marihuana (marijuana) for pleasure. Although pain resulting from long-distance running has been widely explored sociologically, little has been written regarding the process of deriving pleasure from the pain. An ethnographic research des…
Male Dominance under Threat: Machoism Confronts Female Defiance in Israeli Gyms
The article discusses macho culture in Israeli gyms. It describes male trainees' efforts to preserve their dominance, facing female trainees' threat to undermine it. The article analyzes means, such as military icons, physical battles, and vocal expressions, used to convey male dominance at the gym. Two gyms in the metropolis of Tel Aviv were studied by the male researcher for three years, and one suburban gym was studied by the female researcher…
Lost in transition: Analyzing the lifecycle of Israeli football stars in becoming coaches
In the Israeli Premier Football League there is a phenomenon in which many team captains or players who were the team’s leaders go on to become professional coaches. Reality shows that some of them make it as great coaches, and some ‘get lost’ – failing in the transition from being a leading player to assuming the leadership position of coaching. This article seeks to understand the challenges in that process and to identify factors that explain …
Running between the raindrops: Running marathons and the potential to put marriage in jeopardy
For many amateur long-distance runners the marathon is not merely an event - it is a demanding activity, both physically and mentally. While being immersed in this activity they enter the running social world and undergo a process of identity transformation. This process encompasses immersion into a 'zone' that is often outside the partnership of marriage and includes absorption into social networks that are unlimited in time and place. In this s…
Distance runners in a dys-appearance state – Reconceptualizing the perception of pain and suffering in times of bodily distress
This article will focus on the perception of pain and bodily distress among long-distance runners. It builds on Leder’s (1990) phenomenological notion of the Dys-appearing body. As opposed to bodily dis-appearance in which one can perceive his/her body as ‘absent’ or ‘being away’, bodily dys-appearance appears as being ‘ill’ or ‘bad’. The paper suggests three phenomenological dimensions in the way runners experience physical pain: first-person dy…
Who leads The Last Dance
Granting the privilege to grunt: Reconceptualizing the perception of grunting in gyms
For many gym goers, grunting in times of bodily exertion is perceived as a voluntary performance, a self-evident expression for which they can waive any responsibility. Drawing on a symbolic interaction approach, this paper provides a novel examination of grunting as a social phenomenon. It demonstrates the role of grunting as a social symbol and its connection to social spaces and identities, gender norms, and power relations. The scope of socio…
“The Glorious Pain”: Attaining Pleasure and Gratification in Times of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (Doms) among Gym Goers
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a widely known phenomenon among gym goers. For many of them, experiencing DOMS the day after working out in the gym is often perceived as rewarding and something of which to brag and be proud. Although existing work within the biomedical field has undoubtedly shed light on coping with and managing DOMS, there remains little in-depth qualitative research on the gym goer’s lived experience regarding this phen…
Filthy Old People: Ageism in Israeli Gyms
Based on an ethnographic study the article explores ageism in the context of gyms in Israel. It questions perceptions of ‘old age’ as having self-evident existence. As bodily characteristics are prominent in the social surrounding of the gym, this context serves as a convenient sphere for examining ageism. The findings reveal that fitness activity is perceived by all gym participants as serving to mitigate physical fragility. They also demonstrat…
Running through the in-between: Distance runners in a state of liminality
This paper focuses on the way novice marathon runners experience and respond to a change – becoming marathoners. It utilises Victor Turner’s concepts of liminality and communitas to illustrate the complexity and challenges experienced by novice runners. The scope of sociological research regarding distance runners over the last two decades has expanded, nevertheless, very little has been written in reference to the process of the liminal phase pe…
“Everyone does it but no one really wants to talk about it”: Roles and meanings of bodily secretions in the confines of distance running groups
Bodily secretions such as urinating, expectorating, defaecating and flatulating during distance running often play an integral part in the distance runner’s routine, but to a large degree remain undiscussed in public. The aim of this study is to deconstruct this taboo topic by shedding light on the nexus between secretions and their sociocultural meanings and implications in the confines of running groups. Drawing on Douglas’s (1970) conceptual f…
Should I stay or should I go: The differences between elite football and basketball coaches’ backgrounds
Through analysis of coaches' playing history and players' post-retirement career choices in these fields in Israel, this article identifies significant different patterns in the transition from the role of player to that of a coach in basketball and football. In football the majority of coaches are former senior players, and the majority of senior players go on to become coaches, whereas in basketball the situation is the complete reverse. Explan…
The pop-up pain: Reconceptualizing the Perception of Short-Lived Pain Among Non-Injured Recreational Marathoners
From combat boots to running shoes: The role of military service in shaping masculine identity in Israeli long-distance running groups
This study examines the social construction of masculinity within the Israeli society, focusing on the associations between masculine identity, prior military service, and current involvement in long-distance running. A 2-year ethnographic research design was utilized, involving two running groups, which incorporated participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and running websites. The findings shed light on the significance of military …
Patriarchy in disguise: Reproducing male hegemony through the Ninja TV competition
Running Unplugged: A Pilot Study on Technological Disengagement and Identity Disruption Among Distance Runners
This study explores the emotional and identity-related dimensions of disconnecting from smartwatch use in distance running. Using a collaborative autoethnographic approach, it examines the experiences of two middle-aged, non-elite runners transitioning from years of smartwatch reliance to a period of technological disengagement. The analysis investigates the emotional and psychological processes of this “cold turkey” journey, focusing on how runn…
Education, policy, and power: A case study on physiotherapists’ opposition to athletic training curriculum
In 2018, Israel’s first Athletic Training (AT) department – a health profession specialising in injury prevention and rehabilitation – faced strong opposition from the Physiotherapy (PT) community. This study explores how PTs sought to block the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) programme and discredit AT as a profession. Guided by Foucault’s power-knowledge framework, we applied Foucauldian Discourse Analysis (FDA) to a four-year dataset, including on…
You’ve branded yourself like a cow and shifted yourself into a different class”: Tattoos as symbols of liminality in the process of becoming an Ironman
This study examines the role of the Ironman tattoo as a symbol of liminality, status, and communal belonging within the Ironman community. Drawing on Victor Turner's framework of liminality and communitas, the research explores how athletes transition from marathoner to Ironman and how the tattoo functions as a marker of reintegration and social recognition. Using semi-structured interviews with 18 male Ironman athletes, the study identifies thre…
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