The Body Politics of Performance

This chapter discusses the intricate relationship between body weight, aesthetics, and athletic performance, using mixed martial arts and powerlifting as case studies. It emphasizes the psychological and physiological challenges athletes face due to extreme dieting and the impact of various body composition measurement techniques on health and well-being.

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