I don't seem to see Muslim women engage in sports or fitness - except for a few in the 'ladies only' gym I used to be a member of.
Can I ask if it is really uncommon, or do I just not see Muslim women because they don't do it publicly?
Or is sport frown upon? Or not considerd important?
there are many gyms and womens only classes which are really good for sisters. the only thing that i would be aware of would be if boyfriends/husbands of other users came to pick up their partners from the gym. OR more importantly, the CCTV, and if the other women(non-muslim) would go home to their husbands and say "oh i saw this really pretty girl at the gym today she had so and so hair and shes really fit etc" then the next time the guy might have an idea in his head of that sister....
anyway, maybe im opver reactive, but u can never be too careful....i go joggin in my abaya sometimes:P lol and ive been swimming in the sea in full hijab!! lol
Rabi'ya:rose:
LOOOL THAT WOULD LOOK SO FUNNY!
Next time can i come along with my jilbab?
there are hadiths that report the Prophet Muhammed Peace and blessings be upon him racing with his wife Aisha may Allah be pleased with her.
I have read of this hadith before. I have tried looking for it but I forgot where it was. Can you provide this for us if you can find it? This is a perfect example of a perfect physical fitness especially with your own spouse. In the hadith just like you mentioned, the Prophet (saw) has raced with Aishah and there is another hadith that I found that said he did the house chores for her.
My question is can women take place in sports accroding to Islam?? If yes then to what extent. My main consideration is the recent Marathon Race. Mullahs says it is against islam but i have heard that Hazrat Aisha(RA) raced with Prophet(PBUH) and also the Sahaba(RA) watched them racing. Is it correct?? If it is correct then plz 1- Give me the reference of those rawayaat(traditions) where it is reported that Hazrat Aisha(RA) and Rasool(PBUH) took part in the race. 2- And also tell me is there any evidence that Sahabas also watched them racing. 3- Is there any mention in the traditions about the clothes of Hazrat Aisha(RA) while racing or any other information about those races.
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Women can indeed partake in sports. The "extent" is regulated by the modesty that Islam prescribes. Hence any activity that is participated in by any Muslim, man or woman, should observe the etiquette of appropriate self-presentation and behavior. If the aforementioned is maintained while performing athletics then it would not be correct to give a judgment that it is prohibited by the Shari'ah (Islamic Law). As it regards the hadith (i.e. tradition) you have mentioned it is found in the more popular books of ahadith of Musnad Ibn Dawood:
Narrated by Aisha
While she was on a journey along with the Apostle of Allah (peace_be_upon_him): I had a race with him (the Prophet) and I outstripped him on my feet. When I became fleshy, (again) I had a race with him (the Prophet) and he outstripped me. He said: This is for that outstripping. Sunan Abu Dawood - Book 14, Number 2572 The rest of your answers are as follows:
Above is the narration and its reference.
There is no indication, from this hadith, if there was an audience or not.
Mention of the clothing is not made in the hadith.
As should be clear one should not accept the opinion that women cannot participate in sports unless a valid reason based on the Shari'ah (i.e. Islamic Law) is given, thus, the said religious opinion is incorrect.
I found it subhanallah. I just read it over and over again ...lol
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yeah i heard that too, i think it's cute.
The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) occupied himself at his home like a common man. As 'Aisha relates, he used to clean his clothes, milch the sheep and himself do his odd jobs. She also says that he would mend his clothes, repair his shoes and do similar other works. When asked how the Prophet (peace be upon him) occupied himself at home, she replied, "He used to keep himself busy in household chores and went out when the time for prayer came."
In another report related on her authority, she is reported to have said, "The Prophet of God (peace be upon him) used to repair his shoes, mend his clothes and occupied himself at home even as any of you occupy yourself." 'Aisha relates, "God's Messenger (peace be upon him) was very softhearted, the kindliest of all. He laughed often and smiled much." Anas says that he had not seen a man who was more clement and nice to his household members than the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him)." It is related on the authority of 'Aisha that the Prophetsaid, "The best of you is one who is most nice to his wife and children and I am the nicest among you." Abu Huraira said that the Prophet (peace be upon him) never expressed disapproval of any food, if he desired he ate it, and if he disliked he left it alone."
I'd love to go jogging or cycling with some Muslim sisters!
glo
be a cool idea
oh i never go swimming either. ive been before but swimming pools are so dirty you know? last time i went swimming was last year summer
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I don't seem to see Muslim women engage in sports or fitness - except for a few in the 'ladies only' gym I used to be a member of.
Can I ask if it is really uncommon, or do I just not see Muslim women because they don't do it publicly?
Or is sport frown upon? Or not considerd important?
Come on, sisters, educate me!
glo
Hello glo, hows it going? well i've recently signed up with a gym and yes indeed it is a ladies only gym. A woman must always ensure she covers herself and doesn't wear any tight clothing and therefore going to a gym where there will be boys and girls is unsuitable and you committing a sin. If anything Islam encourages you to be active and felxible in all ways
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hi as you know i am a revert and i go a jym everyday but mixed genders tho and to be honest i see men and asian women there too but not that many as christians tho
(well as i am not well at mo i can't go and i miss it)
Hello glo, hows it going? well i've recently signed up with a gym and yes indeed it is a ladies only gym. A woman must always ensure she covers herself and doesn't wear any tight clothing and therefore going to a gym where there will be boys and girls is unsuitable and you committing a sin. If anything Islam encourages you to be active and felxible in all ways
Peace!
Although I am not governed by the same restrictions as you are in terms of dress code and conduct in relation to men, I agree that it is much more relaxing to exercise in a female only environment!
I hope you are enjoying the gym.
I was given a membership last year, when a friend of mine moved back to the US. I loved going, but when the year was up and I needed to renew the membership, it seemed too expensive - so I let it lapse.
But I like running, walking and jogging, which I can do outside just the same - and it's more fun in the fresh air (... until it starts raining, that is!)
But I like running, walking and jogging, which I can do outside just the same - and it's more fun in the fresh air (... until it starts raining, that is!)
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be a cool idea
you know? last time i went swimming was last year summer
i live in london
i wanted to go out for a walk lol
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