Female bodybuilding

Female bodybuilding began in the 1970s when women began to take part in bodybuilding competitions.

Standards and Sexist Discrimination

It is argued by some that the way female body builders are often treated is a form of sexism.

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The standards of judging are constantly changed and set mainly by men.

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Female bodybuilders are often mocked and viewed negatively for not conforming to ideas of feminine beauty and gender roles.

Related Topics:
Feminine - Beauty - Gender role

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The money needed to fund this sport is very limited for women. Female bodybuilders are given prize money that is often a quarter or less of what is given to male bodybuilders.

Related Topics:
Money - Sport

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Most female bodybuilders have their own website. Some of these web sites include membership fees to view pornography content. This is one of the ways that female body builders can raise the money they need to support themselves and train adequately. Most female body builders are not happy with having to participate in commercial erotica.

Related Topics:
Website - Pornography

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