Invented in the late 1820s and publicised for several more decades, the Polymachinon represents one of the nineteenth century's more interesting fitness devices. Created by the Professor of Gymnastics at University College School, London, the Polymachinon was seen as an effective method of improving strength, musculature and, more importantly, overall health. This much is made... Continue Reading →

Invented in the late 1820s and publicised for several more decades, the Polymachinon represents one of the nineteenth century's more interesting fitness devices. Created by the Professor of Gymnastics at University College School, London, the Polymachinon was seen as an effective method of improving strength, musculature and, more importantly, overall health. This much is made... Continue Reading →