Exercise in the Female Life-Cycle in Britain, 1930-1970

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Focusing on the intersection of gender and sport, this book delves into the experiences of active women in Britain from 1930 to 1970, highlighting how adolescence, menstruation, and pregnancy impacted their athletic pursuits. It examines the societal and physical barriers that shaped women's sporting experiences, revealing the challenges even 'sporty' women faced in maintaining their athletic identities. Through oral histories and archival research, the narrative uncovers how women navigated these obstacles to engage in exercise during a time when societal acceptance of female athletes was limited.