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Where the boys were

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Boxing, wrestling and in-line hockey, while seemingly still a male-dominated sport, have been attracting female enthusiasts. The women cite the adrenaline rush, the physical or psychological challenge, and the fitness benefits as some of the reasons for engaging in the sports.

Author: Shaffer, Alyssa Lustigman
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1997
Health aspects, Training, Wrestling, Women's sports, Boxing, Roller-skate hockey, Roller hockey

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Exercise now

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A list of the latest trends in physical fitness is presented, and the activities described incorporate body awareness, meditation, surrounding, tempo and exertion into physical fitness programs. Background information as to the development of the fitness activity is given.

Author: Shaffer, Alyssa Lustigman
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1997
Innovations, Physical fitness, Exercise

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Cheap thrills

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Six affordable fitness getaways in the winter are presented. They include the Ski and Soak Retreat in Saratoga, NY, Affordable Spa Getaway in Irvins, UT, and Kayak Baja on the Cheap in Baja California, Mexico.

Author: Shaffer, Alyssa Lustigman
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Shape
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0744-5121
Year: 1997
Analysis, Vacations, Recreation, Recreation areas

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