Classic Gymnasium from 1888Check out this wood engraving of a classic gymnasium: It was the YMCA at Longacre, London. This particular gymnasium was opened by the Prince of Wales on June 16, 1888.
Notice the variety of physical training going on: Indian Clubs, Tumbling, Parallel Bars, High Bar, Pommel Horse, Wall Pulleys, Climbing Ladders, Gymnastic Rings, Climbing Ropes and a rack of Barbells along the wall.
Labels: Barbells, Classic Strongman Gyms, Climbing Ladders, Climbing Ropes, Gymnastic Rings, Gymnastics, High Bar, Indian Clubs, Parallel Bars, Physical Culture Equipment, Tumbling, Wall Pulleys, YMCA
posted by John Wood @ Thursday, November 01, 2007
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