POSTPONED - Understanding the capability of women in sport
Professor Sophia Nimphius will examine the rise of women in sport and present a different approach to interpreting the research on female athletes.
The professionalisation of women in sport is sparking renewed interest in “training the female athlete”. Such a focus brings about the opportunity for widespread positive impact. However, we must also examine what research has stated we “know” about female athletes. Most research evaluating female athletes comes to generalised conclusions on physical capability and risk to injury. But are these true? How does this inform the practices, policies and future of women in sport?
Professor Nimphius will use her research, lived, and industry experience to re-frame the “commonly accepted facts” about female athletes and provide a different perspective that can directly influence the future development of women in sport.
Event open to the public.
DATE AND TIME
3.45pm for 4.00pm sharp start
Event concludes at 5.00pm
Location
ECU Joondalup Campus, 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup WA 6027