In the collective imagination, sports are primarily seen as a male domain. Women, who have nevertheless always participated in sports, have been—and continue to be—invisible and/or disparaged. The 3 Mechanisms Behind the Invisibilization of Female Athletes This invisibilization can be analyzed through three types of mechanisms: Denial of Existence This denial of women’s existence is […]
Faced with the persistent obstacles to outdoor sports, more and more women are choosing to practice with others. These non-mixed groups are redefining the codes of practice by placing safety, solidarity and trust at the heart of the sporting experience. Insecurity, sexism, a different approach to competition… so many reasons for women to get together […]
After sharing my preparation for the Embrunman with you, it’s time for the moment of truth! Immerse yourself in my account of the Embrunman 2025 race: a 16:15 epic between the lake of Embrun, the Izoard pass and an emotionally-charged marathon to become EmbrunWoman on this mythical XXL triathlon. If you’re interested, before this article […]
After needing to disconnect, I decided to take on the biggest challenge of my life: the Embrunman 2025. It’s often referred to as France’s toughest triathlon. Between excitement and apprehension, here’s the story of my 9-month preparation to become EmbrunWoman, from choosing a coach to reconnoitring the mythical Col de l’Izoard. Why choose the Embrunman […]
Between my love of long-distance trekking and my husband’s passion for mountain biking, bikepacking was an obvious choice! In preparation for a three-month gravel tour of North America, we decided to test our new bikes on the route of the Torino-Nice Rally (or Rallye Turin-Nice). Between mythical Alpine passes, military trails and wild bivouacs, we […]
Paddling in Lake Annecy could not be easier, but swimming across it takes some preparation. In this article, I tell you about my adventure and propose a rather special map of the lake. Is swimming a funny idea? When you travel by car, bike or on foot, you usually know where you’re allowed to go […]
The practice of running outdoors, far from being a neutral act, reveals the profound inequalities that still govern our occupation of public space. Between historical heritage and social conditioning, running for a woman becomes a veritable political gesture of self-appropriation. A short introduction in comics Fear education and differentiated socialization Running is one of the […]
Long perceived as a male bastion, ultracycling is now undergoing a quiet but determined transformation. In recent years, various organizations have launched initiatives to increase female participation in their events. Initially timid, these actions have grown in scope, and the year 2025 has confirmed this shift with frank and assertive gestures. From the inside, we […]
Although it’s not until modern times that we talk about sport in the way we do today, men have been trying to keep women out of sport since ancient times. I’ve put together a little summary of the history of sexism in sport, illustrated with some of the comics I’ve drawn, all with love and […]