Chapter
The Historical Roots of Physical Culture
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The origins of physical culture are rooted in a mix of imperialist dogma, white supremacy, and the historical idolization of indigenous diets. The magazine Physical Culture was influential for more than just health advice and attracted a serious following including author Upton Sinclair.
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Bernard McFadden, creator of the magazine Physical Culture, began his career in publishing by writing about his own physical maladies.
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Summary
Bernard McFadden, creator of the magazine Physical Culture, began his career in publishing by writing about his own physical maladies. His magazine became popular amongst a serious following in the fitness world and eventually gained a wide readership in England.
ChapterThe Historical Roots of Physical Culture
EpisodePart One: How the First Fitness Influencer Doomed Us All
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Physical culture was rooted in white supremacy and imperialist nostalgia, which largely contributed to its strong circulation numbers in the West.
1:16:03 - 1:17:29 (01:26)
Summary
Physical culture was rooted in white supremacy and imperialist nostalgia, which largely contributed to its strong circulation numbers in the West. Its promotion of muscular manhood, fearless femininity, and clean eating became hallmarks of California culture.
ChapterThe Historical Roots of Physical Culture
EpisodePart One: How the First Fitness Influencer Doomed Us All
PodcastBehind the Bastards
McFadden, while battling against government censorship laws, was also running a cult compound in New Jersey.
1:17:29 - 1:19:54 (02:25)
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McFadden, while battling against government censorship laws, was also running a cult compound in New Jersey. Despite his controversial antics, he spoke frankly about venereal diseases and their effects.