The Pornographication of Fitness Needs to Stop by Tosca Reno

The Pornographication of Fitness Needs to Stop This article written by Tosca Reno points out that the fitness industry has almost turned the media publications into pornography. Reading this, there are many problems with her thesis. She claims that the fitness industry has gone through "pornographication," but never defines what pornography is. There are times …

Memes and Motivational Posters #11

Althea Gibson

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3sk0yk_althea-gibson_sport This is a biographical documentary about Althea Gibson (1927-2003). Narrated by Maya Angelou, it explores the barriers she broke for African Americans and women in tennis. Althea Gibson not only played tennis, but was a golfer. She had a brief singing career and even appeared on  The Ed Sullivan Show.  She also made an …

Top Ten Reasons to Love Athletic and Muscular women

They can be inspirations to other women and young girls - It is important that women and girls have a role model to look to if they decide to enter a profession that is male dominated. This is important for sports, were support is generally  limited. The athletes now will motivate future contenders to carry the …

Wilma Rudolph

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3rmlds_wilma-rudolph_sport   Wilma Rudolph discusses in this video her athletic accomplishments and struggles during her young life. She reveals that there is a high level of motivation required to remain competitive in athletics. Her story of going from a sickly child to an Olympic athlete is an inspiration to many.

Marines May Alter Rules to Permit Women to Bulk Up

Stars and Stripes The Marines are finally catching on to training women in the physically demanding tasks of combat. Numerous detractors have stated women are not physically equipped to handle such rigorous activity that requires strength and endurance. There are women who can meet the standards, but it requires training. Sometimes failure to meet these …