The Early History of Sport

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to the early history of sport as discussed in the lecture.

Physical Activity

Movement that enhances or maintains physical fitness and overall health.

Pre-agricultural Societies

Societies where humans engaged in hunting and gathering, requiring continuous physical activity for survival.

Athleticism

Pursuit of physical activity for mental and physical benefits, significant in Ancient Greece.

Olympics

Ancient Greek athletic competitions held every four years in honor of Zeus.

Gladiatorial Combat

Brutal sporting events favored by the Romans, involving fighters battling each other.

Mens sana in corpore sano

Latin phrase meaning 'a sound mind in a healthy body,' highlighting the Romans' view of athleticism.

Renaissance

Period marked by a revival of interest in Greek and Roman culture, including athleticism.

Lawn Tennis

A sport that became popular among the middle and upper classes in Victorian England.

Amateurism

Victorian ideal that excluded lower classes from participating in sports, promoting a 'gentleman athlete' image.

Olympic Charter

Document outlining the goals of the Olympic movement, authored by Baron de Coubertin.