
EP 271 — Daniel and Viktor Gustafsson: Gyms of the Future
Spirit Gym with Paul Chek
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The Evolution of Gym Training: From Polio to Isolation
This chapter explores the history of functional training equipment and its connection to polio, discussing how manual resistance exercises were used to counterbalance the effects of the disease. It delves into the shift from weightlifting to bodybuilding competitions, the influence of old bodybuilding magazines, and the advent of machine-based workouts. The chapter also highlights the limitations of isolation training and the importance of functional exercises for overall strength and coordination.
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