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1960's Fitness equipment still being use today

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Exercise equipment used in the 1960s was quite different from the advanced fitness machines and equipment available today. During that era, fitness enthusiasts relied on simpler and more traditional exercise tools. Here are some exercise equipment an...
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Strenth Training

 
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Dumbbells are the first thing i grab
Rogue Dumbbell Sets - Rubber Hex - Weight Training
 
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These basic barbells weights are still popular today.
Weight Training Barbells
 
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Simple benches with padded surfaces were used for sit-ups and abdominal exercises.
Sit Up Bench
 
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These bars provided wrist support and allowed for a deeper range of motion during push-ups.
Push Up Bars
 
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A resistance band with handles at each end was used for various upper body exercises.
Chest Expander
 
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Basic pulley systems with weights were used for resistance exercises, particularly for exercises targeting the arms and shoulders.
Pulley
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Chin-up bars that could be mounted on a door frame or a wall were popular for upper body strength training.
Strength Training Pull-Up Bars

Stationary

 
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Stationary exercise bikes were available, although they were less
Exercise Bikes / Cardio Training: Sports & Outdoors
 
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Early versions of rowing machines were used for a full-body
Rowing Machines / Cardio Training

Balance

 
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The jump rope was a simple and effective tool for cardiovascular exercise and agility training.
Jump Rope
 
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Hula hoops became a fitness craze in the 1950s and 1960s, offering a fun way to work on core strength and coordination.
Hula Hoop
 
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A round platform that people stood on and twisted their hips from side to side, similar to a modern twist board.
Waist Twister
 
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Wooden or plastic balance boards were used for improving balance and coordination.
Balance Boards
 
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Wooden or plastic massage rollers were used for self-myofascial release and muscle relaxation.
Massage Roller