Nelson argues that women athletes have to be feminine, thus beautiful and vulnerable, and somehow hide their competitiveness and strengthens. The unstated premise is patent: our culture identifies competitiveness together with aggressiveness as masculine traits. I agree with the author in particular regarding the unhealthy femininity game that women are forced to play just to receive approval, thus be considered as successful athletes. Indeed, gender roles are a crucial part of been an athlete. Also, a woman cannot express personality or even emotions; for instance, a man can be aggressive and disappointed, whereas a woman has to hide her feelings and smile no matter what. Moreover, it is a truth that female athletes usually dress in an attractive
