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Women in the Military Academies: US Army (Part 3 of 3)
The Physician and Sportsmedicine
|July 23, 2016
Summary
The US Military Academy adapted its athletic programs for female cadets, incorporating physiologic differences into physical education. Adjustments included ability-based runs and marching formations to maintain the
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Military Education
- Physiology
Background:
- The US Military Academy's athletic program, guided by the "Every cadet an athlete" dictum, faced integration challenges with the arrival of women in 1976.
- Historical context of athletic program development at military academies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the adaptations made to the US Military Academy's physical education and athletic programs following the admission of women.
- To understand how physiological differences are accommodated within a standardized military athletic framework.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of program adjustments and policy changes.
- Review of historical records and program guidelines at the US Military Academy.
Main Results:
- Physical education programs were modified to account for physiological differences between male and female cadets.
- Operational changes included ability-grouped morning runs and adjusted marching formations for shorter cadets.
Conclusions:
- The US Military Academy successfully integrated women into its athletic programs by making specific, targeted adjustments.
- The core athletic philosophy remains intact, emphasizing universal participation and development for all cadets.
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