A Website Dedicated to the Study of Strength, Health, Fitness and Sport Across Centuries, Countries and Contests.
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Both sports and music are integral parts of contemporary culture. We have cheery chants, anthems, songs and soundtracks that we use all the time to give the games a whole new dimension and heighten the connection between teams and fans all over the world. No matter if you’re watching the Olympics, cheering for your team... Continue Reading →
Boxercise is a fitness class based on the training principles employed by boxers to stay in shape. A typical class might entail shadow boxing, skipping and hitting pads. It also includes kicking punch bags, press-ups, shuttle runs, and sit-ups. Ancient Greek Boxing Ancient Greek boxing, or pygmachia, "fist combat," has been practiced in various social... Continue Reading →
When choosing assistance exercises for the power lifts, I suggest you choose ones that provide the highest positive transfer of strength to the targeted lift; and for this month we will deal with the bench. The best way to accomplish that is to choose exercises that are the most similar to the bench yet still... Continue Reading →
As bodybuilding gained in popularity, the money to be made from the sport also increased. Whenever a lot of money suddenly be- comes involved, everything starts to change. Professional bodybuilders had been making money at the sport since the days of Sandow, but very few were able to make a good living. Many opened gyms,... Continue Reading →