Home > Historic > Historical fashion trends
Women in a gymnastic wheel
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Women in a gymnastic wheel
Women in a gymnastic wheel, a new craze.
1930
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 23078448
© The John Barrett Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library
Craze Exercise Fitness Gymnastic Gymnastics Health Latest Physical Strap Straps Trend Wheel
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Historic
> Historical fashion trends
> Mary Evans Prints Online
> New Images August 2021
EDITORS COMMENTS
Women in a Gymnastic Wheel: A New Fashionable Craze Sweeping Across the 1930s This photograph captures a group of women effortlessly balancing in a gymnastic wheel during a lively outdoor exercise session. The image, taken in the 1930s, showcases the newfound popularity of gymnastic wheels as a fashionable and effective means of physical fitness. The gymnastic wheel, also known as a Russian wheel or a rolling cylinder, is a large, circular apparatus with straps attached to its circumference. The women in the photograph use these straps to support themselves as they roll the wheel back and forth, engaging their core, strengthening their arms, and improving their balance and flexibility. The 1930s marked a significant shift in societal attitudes towards health and fitness, with an increasing emphasis on maintaining an active lifestyle and a slender figure. The gymnastic wheel became a symbol of this new trend, as it offered an accessible and engaging way for women to exercise in the comfort of their own homes or in public parks. The women in the photograph exude a sense of camaraderie and joy as they practice their gymnastic wheel skills together. Their stylish workout attire, consisting of fitted blouses and high-waisted shorts, reflects the fashionable trends of the era. The grassy field setting adds to the carefree and invigorating atmosphere, further emphasizing the appeal of this new craze. This photograph serves as a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the evolution of fitness trends and the enduring appeal of community and camaraderie in the pursuit of health and wellbeing.
MADE IN AUSTRALIA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
