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Ancient Eroticism, Pagan Workouts & Body Ideals: History of the Gym

Betwixt The Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society

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The Transformation of Gym Culture

This chapter examines the evolution of gym culture from ancient Greece through the Middle Ages to the Renaissance and beyond. It highlights the shifts in attitudes toward nudity and physical training, detailing the impact of historical periods on body ideals and participation in fitness. The chapter also traces women's growing involvement in fitness, culminating in the modern era's embrace of inclusivity and strength.

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