The Origin Decline Of Female Body Building

Author : Kellie Everts
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0557068509
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.00/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Origin & Decline of Female Body Building written by Kellie Everts and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kellie Everts brought forth Female Bodybuilding by taking the idea to the mainstream media, where it entered into our culture permanently; women will never be the same. Kellie Everts was honored in 2007 as The Progenitor of Female Body Building, the one who got Modern Competitive Female Body Building started, by the World Body Building Guild, (founded by Dan Lurie.)

Author : Tanya Bunsell
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136250867
Total Pages : 201 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Strong and Hard Women written by Tanya Bunsell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-04-12 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Females with large muscles evoke strong reactions from men and women, often involving disgust, discomfort, anger and threat. The controversial nature of female bodybuilding has caused a significant rupture on feminist ground. Whilst proponents claim that female bodybuilding is a way of empowering and liberating women, others see it as a form of corporeal entrapment. This book investigates the controversy. Do women who pump iron resist physical restrictions of imposed femininity, or are they engaged in an ultimately oppressive quest for ‘perfect bodies’? In an original two year ethnographic study based in the South of England, Tanya Bunsell immersed herself into the world of female bodybuilders. By mapping these extraordinary women’s lives, the research illuminates the pivotal spaces and essential lived experiences that make up the female bodybuilder. Whilst the women appear to be embarking on an ‘empowering’ radical body project for themselves, the consequences of their activity remains culturally ambivalent. This research exposes the ‘Janus-faced’ nature of female bodybuilding, exploring the ways in which the women negotiate, accommodate and resist pressures to engage in more orthodox and feminine activities and appearances. This book will be of interest to academics and students in the fields of gender studies, the sociology of sport, the body and research methodology.

Author : Maria R. Lowe
Publisher : NYU Press
ISBN 13 : 081475094X
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Women of Steel written by Maria R. Lowe and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 1998 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inside look at the fascinating and largely unknown world of women's bodybuilding. Slice-of-life observer Maria R. Lowe introduces us to a world where size and strength must be balanced with a nod toward grace and femininity. For WOMEN OF STEEL, Lowe interviewed more than 100 individuals, from the bodybuilders themselves to trainers, family members, spouses, judges, and sponsors. 20 photos.

Author : Leslie Heywood
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780813524801
Total Pages : 244 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Bodymakers written by Leslie Heywood and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 1998 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Women with muscles are a recent phenomenon. While generating a good deal of interest, both positive and negative, their importance to the cultural landscape has yet to be acknowledged. Leslie Heywood looks at female body building as a metaphor for how women fare in our current political and cultural climate. BODYMAKERS reveals how female bodybuilders find themselves both trapped and empowered by their sport. 14 illustrations.

Author : Fitness Research Publishing
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Iron Goddess written by Fitness Research Publishing and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-12-29 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Iron Goddess: Mastering Women's Bodybuilding is a comprehensive and inspiring exploration of the world of female bodybuilding. This book delves into the multifaceted aspects of the sport, offering readers an in-depth look at the physical, mental, and emotional journey of women bodybuilders. It celebrates their triumphs, acknowledges their challenges, and charts the future of the sport. The book opens with a rich history of women's participation in bodybuilding, highlighting key figures and events that have shaped the sport. It then transitions into a detailed examination of training regimes, nutritional strategies, and the critical role of mental health in achieving athletic success. Each chapter is infused with inspirational stories from renowned female bodybuilders, providing readers with real-life insights into the dedication and resilience required in this demanding sport. A significant focus of the book is on breaking stereotypes and confronting societal norms. It discusses the challenges female bodybuilders face, from combating gender-based prejudices to navigating the complexities of sponsorship and media representation. The book also addresses the impact of these stereotypes on the sport and its athletes, advocating for greater acceptance and recognition of female strength. Additionally, the book explores emerging trends in female bodybuilding, including advancements in training techniques, nutritional research, and the growing influence of social media. It provides a forward-looking perspective on how these developments are shaping the future of the sport. Iron Goddess: Mastering Women's Bodybuilding is more than just a guide to bodybuilding; it is a source of motivation and empowerment. It's a tribute to the strength, determination, and spirit of women everywhere. Whether you're a seasoned athlete, an aspiring bodybuilder, or simply a fitness enthusiast, this book offers valuable insights, inspiration, and a celebration of female empowerment in the world of sports. Ideal for readers interested in fitness, sports, and women's empowerment, Iron Goddess: Mastering Women's Bodybuilding is a testament to the indomitable spirit of female athletes and a beacon for future generations in the sport.

Author : John D. Fair
Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 0292767501
Total Pages : 412 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mr. America written by John D. Fair and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2015-01-05 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Map[s] the shifting definitions of gender and masculinity . . . provides the rare insight into the world of bodybuilding that only an insider could offer.” —Sport in American History For most of the twentieth century, the “Mr. America” image epitomized muscular manhood. From humble beginnings in 1939 at a small gym in Schenectady, New York, the Mr. America Contest became the world’s premier bodybuilding event over the next thirty years. Rooted in ancient Greek virtues of health, fitness, beauty, and athleticism, it showcased some of the finest specimens of American masculinity. Interviewing nearly one hundred major figures in the physical culture movement (including twenty-five Mr. Americas) and incorporating copious printed and manuscript sources, John D. Fair has created the definitive study of this iconic phenomenon. Revealing the ways in which the contest provided a model of functional and fit manhood, Mr. America captures the event’s path to idealism and its slow descent into obscurity. As the 1960s marked a turbulent transition in American society—from the civil rights movement to the rise of feminism and increasing acceptance of homosexuality—Mr. America changed as well. Exploring the influence of other bodily displays, such as the Mr. Universe and Mr. Olympia contests and the Miss America Pageant, Fair focuses on commercialism, size obsession, and drugs that corrupted the competition’s original intent. Accessible and engaging, Mr. America is a compelling portrayal of the glory days of American muscle. “An entertaining narrative of the bodybuilding subculture in America.” —Kirkus Reviews “Deftly written and superbly researched.” —Journal of Sport History

Author : Rasa Von Werder
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0557080908
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Worship of Beautiful Women Is Hunger for Mother God written by Rasa Von Werder and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Rasa Von Werder
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 0557080347
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book On the Attainment of the Divine Stigmata written by Rasa Von Werder and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Enigma of a Grace Which Means Martyrdom...If there's any grace understood the least, it's the Divine Stigmata.Why would it be understood so little? Perhaps because there are so few recipients, & most of them are from the middle ages-In a word, I'll tell you what it is: Martyrdom. If you can understand voluntary martyrdom, then you know what Divine Stigmata means, stands for, & why IT IS GIVEN. A recent symbol of martyrdom has been St Maximilian Kolbe, who volunteered death in place of another. It does irk me that "scholars" rivet on physical wounds, as if the qualities there hold the answers. How can study of the wounds of Christ explain his psychological, mental & emotional dimensions; the Love therein, the willingness to DIE FOR LOVE. Therefore, the secret & the key to understanding DIVINE STIGMATA is the WILLINGNESS TO SUFFER, TO GIVE UP ALL, TO DIE FOR LOVE; FOR THE SAKE OF SAVING ANOTHER. If you can fathom this, you have the answer.

Author : Scott Abel
Publisher : Scott Abel
ISBN 13 : 9781539497738
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.39/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Physique After 50 written by Scott Abel and published by Scott Abel. This book was released on 2016-10-26 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Forget settling for the so-called "golden" years. Instead, join the platinum club! Membership is open to anyone, as long as you're willing to take care of your body and your health as you age and as you experience some of the best years of your life. Physique After 50 argues that physique training doesn’t have to end the moment you turn fifty. Aging is an important part of life, and this is the prime of your life. At the same time, as you age there are real physical and hormonal changes going on in your body. Being fifty is not the same as forty, so of course your exercise needs to account for this. Most younger fitness trainers out there just can’t appreciate what these aging-related changes mean for you and your training. Physique After 50 offers real-world, practical training advice from Coach Scott Abel. Scott himself is in his mid-fifties, and has experienced these aging-related changes firsthand, both with himself and with his one-on-one coaching clients. By using smart training strategies (and by leaving your ego at the door) you can look and feel great during what can be some of the most fulfilling decades of your life. You can feel physically younger even as you embrace the wisdom that comes with age. Physique After 50 book tells you how to do exactly that. Physique After 50 includes: ● How aging affects your fitness and training, and what to do about it. ● Three different workout programs geared specifically for the "Physique After 50" demographic. ● You can choose which of the three programs is right for you depending on whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced trainee. (There is also advice on progressing from one program to the next.) ● Bodypart-specific training “tweaks” to avoid injuries (especially those "overuse" injuries that are often related to age). ● How to balance rest and recovery with training. ● “Forget About It” — what forms of training to ignore or simply stop using entirely as you age. ● What elements of the warmup are more important (and how most people do these things wrong). ● The hormonal realities of aging (for both men and women), and what that means for you and your training. Buy Physique After 50 and join the "Platinum club" today!

Author : David Chapman
Publisher : arsenal pulp press
ISBN 13 : 155152385X
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Venus with Biceps written by David Chapman and published by arsenal pulp press. This book was released on 2010-12-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A visual history of female bodybuilders and other muscular women from the late nineteenth to mid-twentieth centuries.