Physical culture is a health and strength training movement that originated during the 19th century.
During the mid-late 20th century, physical culture has become a largely outmoded concept in most English-speaking countries, and exercise now occurs in the context of physical education and fitness training.
Read more about Physical Culture: Origins, Contemporary Interest in 19th Century Physical Culture
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