Foucault, Sport and Exercise

Power, Knowledge and Transforming the Self

Nonfiction, Sports, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science
Cover of the book Foucault, Sport and Exercise by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle ISBN: 9781134244126
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: January 24, 2007
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
ISBN: 9781134244126
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: January 24, 2007
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Michel Foucault’s work profoundly influences the way we think about society, in particular how we understand social power, the self, and the body. This book gives an innovative and entirely new analysis of is later works making it a one-stop guide for students, exploring how Foucauldian theory can inform our understanding of the body, domination, identity and freedom as experienced through sport and exercise.

Divided into three themed parts, this book considers:

  • Foucault’s ideas and key debates
  • Foucault’s theories to explore power relations, the body, identity and the construction of social practices in sport and exercise
  • how individuals make sense of the social forces surrounding them, considering physical activity, fitness and sport practices as expressions of freedom and sites for social change.

Accessible and clear, including useful case studies helping to bring the theory to real-life, Foucault, Sport and Exercise considers cultures and experiences in sports, exercise and fitness, coaching and health promotion. In addition to presenting established Foucauldian perspectives and debates, this text also provides innovative discussion of how Foucault’s later work can inform the study and understanding of sport and the physically active body.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Michel Foucault’s work profoundly influences the way we think about society, in particular how we understand social power, the self, and the body. This book gives an innovative and entirely new analysis of is later works making it a one-stop guide for students, exploring how Foucauldian theory can inform our understanding of the body, domination, identity and freedom as experienced through sport and exercise.

Divided into three themed parts, this book considers:

Accessible and clear, including useful case studies helping to bring the theory to real-life, Foucault, Sport and Exercise considers cultures and experiences in sports, exercise and fitness, coaching and health promotion. In addition to presenting established Foucauldian perspectives and debates, this text also provides innovative discussion of how Foucault’s later work can inform the study and understanding of sport and the physically active body.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Physical Fitness Laboratories on a Budget by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book The Future of Pharma by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Lycra by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book The Encyclopedia of Confucianism by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Cognition and Social Behavior by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Corporate Social Responsibility and Trade Unions by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book China's Rising Sea Power by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Abortion and the Private Practice of Medicine by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Long-Term Imprisonment and Human Rights by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Strategic Visions for Human Rights by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book DO NOT Leave Your Language Alone by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Biotechnology in Comparative Perspective by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book Capitalism and Religion by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book The Botanic Garden by Erasmus Darwin by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
Cover of the book The Gay Games by Pirkko Markula-Denison, Richard Pringle
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy