In part two of Gender and Sex, we discuss the ludicrous idea that the Nazis entered a man into the women’s field of running, “nude parades” at the Olympics, the effects of gender transition on...The postEpisode 6: Gender and Sex – Part 2 appeared first onSciRunner.
In part two of Gender and Sex, we discuss the ludicrous idea that the Nazis entered a man into the women’s field of running, “nude parades” at the Olympics, the effects of gender transition on...
In part two of Gender and Sex, we discuss the ludicrous idea that the Nazis entered a man into the women’s field of running, “nude parades” at the Olympics, the effects of gender transition on athletic performance and grading, rules governing trans-athletes, and a summary of our off-microphone interview with Kai Scott on how running clubs can be more trans-inclusive.
Science Discussed:
The effect of testosterone on red blood cells and natural variability in testosterone
The history of “gender testing” in the Olympics
Latest research on the prevalence of transgender people in the USA
Hormone replacement therapy for transgender people
Trans women run slower after hormone therapy
Adding or blocking testosterone has major effects on muscle mass and hematocrit
Trans women are no faster than cis women
Transgender people have no competitive edge over cis people
Comprehensive list of athletic trans policies
An interview with Chris Mosier, trans athlete.
Wondering how you can make your running club or other athletic team more trans-inclusive?
Check out TransFocus or the Vancouver Frontrunners’ trans policy for an example.
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