4: Racism in Wellness Culture (w/Dr Natalia Petrzela & Dax-Devlon Ross)
Conspirituality
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The Historical Roots of Fitness Culture
This chapter explores the origins of fitness culture, tracing its ties to early 20th-century strongman movements and racial ideologies. It critiques the individualism prevalent in modern wellness culture and examines historical figures like Bernard McFadden and Eugene Sandow, revealing how their philosophies shaped notions of racial strength. The discussion also highlights the troubling intersections of fitness with nationalism and systemic inequalities in contemporary society, emphasizing the need for mindful engagement with these themes.
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