This is one of the odder products examined on this website, and that is really saying something! One of the great issues facing parents and schoolmasters is how to get kids excited about exercising. Well, a century ago, Eugen Sandow claimed to have the solution. What do kids love more than anything else? Candy! With… Continue reading Eugen Sandow’s Combined Toy and Physical-Culture Apparatus (1913)
One of the few things to unite meat-eaters, vegetarians and even vegans, peanut butter is perhaps the great leveller of the fitness industry. High in calories, fat and protein, the delicious substance has been a go to option for muscle fanatics over the past century. Some use it as a spread whereas others, myself included… Continue reading The History of Peanut Butter
I love this website if that doesn't come across enough. It isn't really the opportunity to write and research but rather the fascinating people it allows me to meet. While some strong bonds have been forged with regular commentators, every now and then a visitor will reach out with an interesting question or enquiry. The… Continue reading Interview with Ben Gervasi, the Indian Club Maker!
Sports, an enduring aspect of human culture, have been celebrated in an array of settings and spaces known as sports facilities. These sites have seen a remarkable evolution throughout history, mirroring the progress of architecture, technology, and our relationship with sports and entertainment. Here’s a captivating journey through time that will help you learn more… Continue reading Guest Post: How Sports Facilities Evolved Over Time: Rise in Sports Architecture
Sports journalism, a dynamic and vibrant field, holds a rich history that parallels the evolution of both sports and media. From its humble beginnings to its present-day digital dominance, the story of sports journalism is a testament to the enduring human fascination with athletic prowess and the desire to share these stories with the world.… Continue reading Guest Post: A Brief History of Sports Journalism
For reasons that I will happily discuss later, I was recently in London with my family and had a to-do list of physical culture-related materials that I wanted to check out. First, there would be a meal at the German Gymnasium. This was one of the first public gymnasiums to open in nineteenth-century London and… Continue reading Why I Wanted to Visit a Dead Man’s Grave
Sports have been an integral part of human civilization for centuries, fostering camaraderie, competition, and personal growth. As the popularity of sports has grown, so has the need for protective measures, including insurance, to mitigate the risks associated with athletic endeavors. The history of sports insurance is a fascinating journey that reflects the evolving landscape… Continue reading Guest Post: History and Development of Sports Insurance
The history of sporting equipment is a fascinating journey that reflects the evolution of human civilization, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of athletic excellence. From the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Greece to the modern era of high-tech materials and precision engineering, the development of sporting equipment has played a pivotal role in shaping the… Continue reading Guest Post: The History of Sporting Equipment: Necessary Gear Then and Now
I love feats of strength. Admittedly that's not the most surprising admission given the purpose of this website but it is one worth stating every now and then. It doesn't matter if it is someone lifting a barbell or a bale of heavy. Make it heavy enough and I will watch it or, if I… Continue reading A Few Sandovian Stage Feats
I rarely, if ever, delve into self-promotion. Anyway with a faint knowledge of the Irish psyche will know that self-confidence is one of the Irish deadly sins. Even worse is the idea that one be classed as 'someone with notions' for being too confident. With that proviso in mind, I am very happy to announce… Continue reading New Book Announcement!
