#14: Weightlifting as a Hobby
Weightlifting moved into the mainstream as magazines like Strength and Health promoted structured routines and everyday strength. York Barbell, founded by Bob Hoffman, sold equipment through mail-order catalogs, transforming basements into home gyms. The Amateur Athletic Union hosted meets that drew growing crowds, as doctors began recognizing resistance training as safe and beneficial when practiced correctly. The shift redefined fitness, as muscle-building evolved from a niche pursuit into a widely shared goal.
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