Woman athlete in starting position
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Woman athlete in starting position
A young woman athlete in starting position at a sports track. Date: circa 1930s
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© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
Athlete Athletes Athletics Poised Position Runner Runners Running Shorts Sprint Start Starting Track Waiting
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the raw power and determination of a young woman athlete in the starting position at a sports track, circa 1930s. The image transports us back in time to an era when women's sports began to gain recognition and acceptance in society. The woman, dressed in short athletic shorts and a fitted top, is poised and ready for the race, her muscles taut and eyes focused intently on the finish line. Her hands are clenched at her sides, and her body is coiled like a spring, waiting for the gun to go off and release the energy within. The track stretches out behind her, the surface worn smooth by countless feet, and the stands are empty, adding to the sense of anticipation and solitude. This photograph is a testament to the grit and determination of women athletes of the past, who defied societal norms and pushed themselves to their physical limits in the pursuit of athletic excellence. It is a powerful reminder of the rich history of women's sports and the progress that has been made in the last century.
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