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Women's Artistic Gymnastics: Socio-Cultural Perspectives (Women, Sport and Physical Activity) (in English)
Roslyn Kerr, Natalie Barker-Ruchti, Carly Stewart (Author)
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Routledge
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Women's Artistic Gymnastics: Socio-Cultural Perspectives (Women, Sport and Physical Activity) (in English) - Roslyn Kerr, Natalie Barker-Ruchti, Carly Stewart
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Synopsis "Women's Artistic Gymnastics: Socio-Cultural Perspectives (Women, Sport and Physical Activity) (in English)"
This book lifts the lid on the high pressured, complex world of women's artistic gymnastics. By adopting a socio-cultural lens incorporating historical, sociological and psychological perspectives, it takes the reader through the story and workings of women's artistic gymnastics.Beginning with its early history as a 'feminine appropriate' sport, the book follows the sport through its transition to a modern sports form. Including global cases and innovative narrative methods, it explores the way gymnasts have experienced its intense challenges, the complexities of the coach-athlete relationship, and how others involved in the sport, such as parents and medical personnel, have contributed to the reproduction of a highly demanding and potentially abusive sporting culture.With the focus on a unique women's sport, the book is an important read for researchers and students studying sport sociology, sport coaching, and physical education, but it is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of sporting talent.
