Women and fitness in American culture /
Sarah Hentges.
- ix, 251 pages ; 24 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 239-246) and index.
"This book explores and explodes common representations and experiences of American fitness. It takes women's experiences as the center of inquiry toward an understanding of the function of fitness in our lives. This book considers a broad range of topics from an interdisciplinary perspective: generations, cultural appropriation, community development, art choreography, methodology, healing, and social justice"--
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Women--Health and hygiene--Sociological aspects.--United States Physical fitness for women--Social aspects.--United States Exercise for women--Social aspects.--United States