Fit Citizens - A History of Black Women s Exercise from Post reconstruction to

In this first historical study of Black women’s exercise, Ava Purkiss reveals that physical activity was both a path to self-improvement and a means to expand notions of Black citizenship. Through this narrative of national belonging, Purkiss explores how exercise enabled Black women to reimagine Black bodies, health, beauty, and recreation.

About the author

Ava Purkiss is assistant professor of women's and gender studies and American culture at the University of Michigan.

Product details

• Authors: Ava Purkiss
• Publisher: University Of North Carolina
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.04.2023
• EAN: 9781469672724
• ISBN: 978-1-4696-7272-4
• No. of pages: 248
• Series: Gender and American Culture
• Subject: Guides > Health > Fitness, aerobics, bodybuilding, gymnastics