Let’s Get Physical

Discover the captivating journey of women's exercise culture in Let’s Get Physical by Daniel Friedman, published by Icon Books in 2023. This compelling book spans 352 pages, offering an insightful exploration of the evolution of fitness and feminism, from the rise of jogging and Jazzercise to the influence of icons like Jane Fonda.

Praised as "well-researched and readable" by the Financial Times and described as "an absorbing, pacy read" by the New Statesman, this book delves into the untold stories behind lycra-clad feminists who transformed exercise into a powerful form of self-expression. With its "canny and informative" narrative, as noted by The New Yorker, Let’s Get Physical is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of fitness and women's rights.

Join Daniel Friedman on this enlightening journey and discover how women's exercise culture has shaped our lives today.