Ann, 2007, pag. 57), but this is not true. This mentality causes males to resent female athletes, thus making it even more difficult for them to succeed. Without a change in gender ideology, women will continue to face adversity no matter how much change has occurred over the past 30 years. It is not necessary for there to be equality between the sexes in sport, but we must see equity, not comparing the perception of the abilities that female athletes possess with that of males. This would help males not feel threatened by women participating in sports and physical activities