How Women Discovered Exercise + Reshaped the World

An episode for everyone who admires trailblazers like Kathrine Switzer and Jane Fonda: Journalist Danielle Friedman shares insight and anecdotes gained from her research for her brand-new book, Let’s Get Physical. She talks with hosts Sarah and Katie about:-the genesis of our contemporary fitness industry;-the pervasive (and now debunked!) notion that strenuous physical exertion harmed women;-how the 1970s running boom affected women differently than men;-Jane Fonda blending fitness and feminism; and,-women finding solace from movement in navigating loss.Sarah shares poignant family news in the introduction; the guest comes on at 15:18.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Get happier this year: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr  Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices