The Routledge Handbook of Gender Politics in Sport and Physical Activity

This handbook explores the complex intersections between politics, gender, sport, and physical activity, highlighting the significance of gender, sport, and physical activity in wider society. It examines long-term and emerging themes, such as generational shifts, socio-cultural expectations, and current issues in contemporary sport. It is an authoritative survey of the current state of research in these areas and is a valuable resource for students, researchers, policy-makers, and professionals interested in sport, physical activity, social studies, public health, or political science.

Format: Hardback
Length: 366 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive and forward-thinking handbook provides a thorough examination of the intricate interplay between politics, gender, sport, and physical activity, shedding new light on the importance of gender, sport, and physical activity in society at large. Contributions from renowned and emerging scholars from across the globe are featured in the book, arguing that gender studies and critical thinking about gender hold immense significance in an era characterized by growing intolerance and populist politics. The book delves into significant long-term and emerging themes, including recent shifts in attitudes towards gender identity in sport, the societal expectations placed on men and women that have traditionally shaped and often hindered their engagement with sport and physical activity, and a wide array of current issues in contemporary sport, encompassing debates about the contested gender binary and sex verification, the role of the media and social media, and the significance of gender in sport leadership, policy, and decision-making.

As an authoritative survey of the current state of research connecting gender, sport, physical activity, and politics, this book makes a valuable contribution to both sport studies and gender studies. It is an engaging and insightful read for students, researchers, policymakers, and professionals with interests in sport, physical activity, social studies, public health, or political science.

Weight: 870g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367555221