Bodybuilding in France explained

Bodybuilding in France dates to . The country has a national federation that is a member of the European Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation and the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness.

History

The tradition of muscle building in France in 1847 with the opening of Gymnase Triat.[1] Monique Berlioux was an early supporter of the IFBB in France.[2]

Governance

France has an organization that is a member of the European Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation.[3] The country has a national organization that is a recognized by the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness as a national federation, representing the country's bodybuilding community.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Book: David L. Chapman. Sandow the Magnificent: Eugen Sandow and the Beginnings of Bodybuilding. 1994. University of Illinois Press. 978-0-252-02033-9. 3.
  2. Book: Joe Weider. Ben Weider. Brothers of Iron. 2006. Sports Publishing LLC. 978-1-59670-124-3.
  3. Web site: European Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation National Members. 1 February 2014. European Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation. 2012.
  4. Web site: International Federation Of Bodybuilding And Fitness. 1 February 2014. European Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation. 2013.

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