abstract: In the latter half of the nineteenth century, colleges and universities transformed their thinking of the body as they institutionalized physical education, recreational activities, and especially physical exercise. In this study, I examine the historical discourse on physical exercise and training during this period. I employ the theoretical and methodological practices of Michel Foucault's archeological and genealogical work to write a "history of the present." I challenge the essential narrative of physical fitness on college and university campuses. I also discuss nineteenth century notions of ethics and masculinity as a way of understanding twenty-first century ethics and masculinity. Ultimately, I use the historical discourse to argue that institutionalization of recreation and fitness centers and activities have less to do with health and well-being and more to do with disciplining bodies and controlling individuals. / Dissertation/Thesis / M.A. Educational Leadership and Policy Studies 2012
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:asu.edu/item:15886 |
| Date | January 2012 |
| Contributors | Wells, Tim (Author), Carlson, David L. (Advisor), Sandlin, Jennifer (Committee member), Margolis, Eric (Committee member), Arizona State University (Publisher) |
| Source Sets | Arizona State University |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Masters Thesis |
| Format | 102 pages |
| Rights | http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/, All Rights Reserved |
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