5,000 Years of Sweat: Lost Workout Wisdom From the History of Physical Culture
The Art of Manliness
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The Evolution of Physical Culture
This chapter explores the life of Bernard McFadden and his impact on the history of physical culture, highlighting his controversial methods and the rise of alternative health ideologies. It examines the role of magazines in promoting fitness, the diversification of fitness trends post-World War II, and the evolution of training methods from bodybuilding to inclusive fitness phenomena. The chapter also reflects on the shift towards traditional training techniques and the ongoing democratization of physical culture.
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