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The Attire Of Female Athletes

I am glad to see female athletes rebelling against sexist standards in athletic attire.

There is nothing particularly political in my use of the word "sexist". Men being allowed to play volleyball in shorts, while women being required to wear bikini bottoms. Then when they wear shorts like the men-- being fined.

Athletes are professionals. They can decide what attire is best for them. Athletic guilds should focus on broad standards that don't afford undue distraction or performance advantages.
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helenS · 36-40, F
In antiquity, athletes were simply naked, and no questions were asked.
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helenS · 36-40, F
@RabbitWithWine Yes I remember.
Naked breast on display ==> shame shame shame
Gun on display ==> pride pride pride
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WandererTony · 56-60, M
@helenS Were women allowed to run naked? I doubt it.
helenS · 36-40, F
@WandererTony Were they allowed to run at all?
WandererTony · 56-60, M
@helenS I havent seen any pictures of greek women running naked.

I just now read that they were not even allowed in the audience.

To ensure that women didnt watch the naked men running, even the audience were required to be naked!!