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This rare 1954 footage from a women’s gym shows early strength training in action—using vintage equipment and form that reflected the era’s norms. Back then, women’s fitness mostly focused on calisthenics, as weightlifting was still seen as unfeminine. Misconceptions and limited access slowed progress, but the 1950s marked a turning point. Strength training gradually gained ground as the health and athletic benefits for women became more accepted and understood. Via: British Pathe archives | His
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DHC | History, Entertainment & News on Instagram: "This rare 1954 footage captures a pivotal moment in women’s fitness history. At the time, most exercise programs for women centered on calisthenics, while strength training remained controversial. Limited access, social stigma, and misconceptions slowed its growth—but the 1950s marked the beginning of change. As more women discovered the health and performance benefits of lifting, the path was paved for the fitness culture we know today. &#x1f44
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The History Source on Instagram: "How do you rate these ladies’ form? This footage from a women’s gym in 1954 offers a look at early gym equipment and strength training for women. By the 1950s, the benefits of regular exercise for women had become increasingly recognized. But weightlifting and strength training was largely overlooked, with more emphasis on calisthenics. This was mostly due to misconceptions on women’s physiques, societal norms and limited access to facilities. However, throughou
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