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Peer reviewedRaithel, Kathryn Simmons – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1987
The 1985 National School Population Fitness Survey found that girls aged 6 to 17 generally scored lower than boys on all test items except flexibility. Possible reasons are physiological factors, lack of opportunity, and psychological barriers. Changes in the law affecting women's athletic programs are reviewed. (MT)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Court Litigation, Federal Legislation
Peer reviewedPetosa, Scott – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1989
Discusses the evolution and structure of fitness programs for women at the U.S. Air Force Academy from 1977-87. Women's fitness level has continued to improve, although curriculum and physical fitness tests have remained the same for both sexes. (SM)
Descriptors: Armed Forces, Curriculum Development, Equal Education, Exercise
Peer reviewedJohnson, Mimi D. – Physician and Sportsmedicine, 1992
Discusses the basics of the preparticipation exam, focusing on aspects specific to females, such as menstrual dysfunction, disordered eating, and orthopedic problems such as scoliosis and patellofemoral pain. Health history questionnaire and other parts of the exam are included in six tables. (SM)
Descriptors: Eligibility, Females, Gynecology, Higher Education
