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1960-1975
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Body Image Diets
One of the fad diets of the 1960s was Vegetarianism. People believed that going vegetarian, even part-time is one of the best weight loss strategies. Twiggy, the British supermodel, was the body-image icon of the time and also supported this fad. -
Pop Art
In the 1960s Pop Art became famous by its subject matter, going away from "traditional art" with themes of morality, mythology, and classic history. Pop artists celebrated commonplace objects and people of everyday life, in this way seeking to elevate popular culture to the level of fine art. -
Jane Goodall
On July 16, 1960, accompanied by her mother and an African cook, Jane Goodall returned to Africa and established a camp on the shore of Lake Tanganyika in the Gombe Stream Reserve. Her first attempts to observe closely a group of chimpanzees failed; she could get no nearer than 500 yards before the chimps fled. In her second time visiting, the chimps allowed her to come closer and gave many opportunties for discoveries of the chimps. -
To Kill a Mockingbird
Written by Harper Lee in 1960, To Kill a Mockingbird was made into a film in 1962. It was one of the most influential books at the time and is still read reguarly to this day. -
Women's Fitness Centers - Figure Salons
Figure Salon Video Women's fitness centers, also known as "figure salons" were created in the 1960s. These centers focused on weight loss and spot reduction. Instead of intense, sweaty workouts they were more passive. The machines consisted of women standing on, sitting on or leaning against different contraptions that were designed to eliminate fat. (Ex: electronic vibrating belt) -
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JFK video
While president, JFK implemented programs in school settings to follow certian requirements and include PE classes to promomte physical activity. -
Weight Watchers
Weight Watchers went pulbic in 1963 after Jean Nidetch started inviting friends over in 1961 to find the best ways to loose weight. After it became famous there were more than 400 other indivduals waiting in line to join the meetings to lose weight as well. -
First Beatles Album Released
In 1964 The Beatles released their first album. -
Sound of Music film comes out
20th Century Fox released a film adaption of the musical Sound of Music, starring Julie Andrews in 1965. -
Roberta Gibb - Boston Marathon Runner
Roberta Gibb was the first woman to run and finish the Boston Marathon. She finished the race in 3:21:40 and placed 126th overall. It was unofficial since women were not officially entered until 1972. -
Professional football's first Super Bowl
Professional football's first ever Super Bowl was televised in 1967. The game drew 27 million viewers to watch the Green Bay Packers defeat the Kansas City Chiefs. -
Kenneth Cooper
Also known as "The Father of the Modern Fitness Movement". Cooper advocated a philosophy that shifted away from disease treatment to one of disease prevention. He also introduced the concept of Aerobics and wrote the book "Aerobics” in 1968. -
Jazzercise
Judi Sheppard Missett started a revolution in 1969 when she created Jazzercise. Jazzercise is a type of fitness training that combines aerobic exercise and dance to jazz music. -
Diane Crump
Diane Crump became the first female jockey to ride in the Kentucky Derby. Crump came in 15th in a 17-horse race. -
Gloria Steinem
Gloria Steinem helped create both New York and Ms. magazines. She also helped form the National Women's Political Caucus, and is the author of many books and essays. -
Title IX
Title IX required gender equality for girls and boys in every educational program that receives funding. Athletics was only 1 of the 10 key points. -
Roe vs. Wade
The U.S. Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade guaranteed a woman’s right to abortion. -
Battle of the Sexes
Battle of the Sexes Video Womens tennis star, Billy Jean King faced off Bobby Riggs in an exhibition match known as Battle of the Sexes. King defeats Riggs 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 in front of more than 30,000 fans. This was one of largest crowds to watch a tennis match. -
Little League Baseball opened to girls
In 1974 Little League baseball organization opened to girls. Many girls have come through little league baseball and made it to the championship. Mo'ne Davis (pictured) and many other girls have played important roles on these teams. -
Resignment in White House
Richard Nixon resigns from the presidency following the Watergate scandal.
