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Very few things excite me more than a new book on physical culture. It's a sad admission. Believe me I'm well aware but it is nonetheless true. While the fitness industry is a haven for new, often uninformed, websites and ebooks, a well researched history is often lacking. One of the few men to consistently... Continue Reading →
The following poster comes courtesy of the Wellcome Trust Library and details the famous French physical culturist Edmond Desbonnet's efforts to educate consumers on the importance of physical culture for the body. A jovial but nonetheless important reminder that exercise in any shape can be immensely beneficial. They knew it one hundred years ago and... Continue Reading →