"Throwing Like a Girl"

"Throwing Like a Girl" refers to a concept popularized by feminist theorist Iris Marion Young in her 1980 essay. It critiques the way society often perceives and teaches physical activities to girls and women, suggesting they are socialized to adopt less assertive, more tentative movements. Young argues that this affects women’s confidence and physical expression in sports and daily life. The phrase symbolizes broader issues regarding gender norms and expectations, emphasizing the need to encourage all individuals, regardless of gender, to develop their physical abilities without societal constraints.