Affiliation:
1. Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education, University of Toronto , Toronto, Ontario , Canada
Abstract
Abstract
Objectives
An increasing proportion of older Canadians are pursuing sports. The objective of this study was to examine the experiences of older Canadian women in curling.
Methods
Semistructured interviews were conducted with 17 participants. Interviews were transcribed and coded using thematic analysis.
Results
Participants simultaneously resisted, accepted, and ultimately redefined conceptualizations of personal aging in the context of curling. Although gender was deemed inconsequential, concepts such as the physical and cognitive demands of curling, inclusivity, social connection and support, and competition were perceived to be integral to participants’ experiences.
Discussion
This study extends our understanding of the value of curling specifically, and sport in general, for older women.
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
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