Do you know why men's legs are usually smaller than women's ?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the differences in leg size and shape between men and women, exploring potential biological, cultural, and aesthetic factors influencing these differences. Participants share personal observations and experiences, touching on themes of reproductive success and societal beauty standards.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that women's leg size may be influenced by reproductive success, with a belief that larger legs are a reflection of genetic inheritance.
  • Others argue that many women have thin legs, contrasting with the notion that women generally have bulkier legs than men.
  • There is mention of exceptions to generalizations about leg size, with participants acknowledging variability among individuals.
  • Fashion trends are discussed, with some participants noting that societal preferences often favor thinner legs, which may not align with biological predispositions.
  • Some participants share personal experiences and observations regarding leg size, indicating a subjective nature to the claims made.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the typical size and strength of men's and women's legs, with no consensus reached on the reasons behind these differences. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the implications of leg size in relation to societal standards and biological factors.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal observations and cultural perceptions, which may not account for broader biological or anthropological data. Variability in individual body types and societal influences on beauty standards are acknowledged but not fully explored.

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Do you know why men's legs are usually smaller than women's ?
 
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Persefone said:
Do you know why men's legs are usually smaller than women's ?
What do you mean by smaller?
 
Females nearly always have a shorter torso then men, but leg lenth can vary.
 
Persefone said:
Do you know why men's legs are usually smaller than women's ?

Women have strong (big) legs. I suspect it's a reflection of reproductive success. That's why they have so much difficulty with our modern stress on slender figures. That's not what our genetic inheritance selected for and they suffer as a result: like trying to keep water in a bucket full of holes.
 
saltydog said:
Women have strong (big) legs.
Most women I know have very thin legs. Most men have much bulkier legs than women. Of course there are exceptions. I've never seen a man with legs as thin as mine.

Where do you meet these bulky legged women? :-p
 
Maybe in the highland games, a female clachneart player?
 
hypatia said:
Maybe in the highland games, a female clachneart player?
I had to look that one up. :biggrin: Or perhaps that pole tossing thing?

It is sad for women that have sturdy legs that fashion favors thin legs. I may have thin legs, but I am shortwaisted, the bottom of my rib cage sits on my hips. Fashion favors women with small rib cages and long waists (most distance between bottom of ribs and hips). :frown:
 
Evo said:
Most women I know have very thin legs. Most men have much bulkier legs than women. Of course there are exceptions. I've never seen a man with legs as thin as mine.

Where do you meet these bulky legged women? :-p

Just said they have strong legs (just my personal observations), not that they're larger than men. Suppose I've been surrounded by . . . women with . . . strong legs. :smile:
 
saltydog said:
Women have strong (big) legs. I suspect it's a reflection of reproductive success. That's why they have so much difficulty with our modern stress on slender figures. That's not what our genetic inheritance selected for and they suffer as a result: like trying to keep water in a bucket full of holes.
Thanks saltydog, as always.
Even when you are not souldog, I know souldog if read this, he will know it then anyway.
Bye.
-persefone
 
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Persefone said:
Thanks saltydog, as always.
Even when you are not souldog, I know souldog if read this, he will know it then anyway.
Bye.
-persefone

I'm not souldog. Got me mixed up with someone else. I'm just me. :smile:
 

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