Bernarr Macfadden date of birth:
August 16, 1868
How old was Bernarr Macfadden when died?
87
Where was Bernarr Macfadden born?
Mill Spring, Missouri, U.S.
When did Bernarr Macfadden die?
October 12, 1955
What is Bernarr Macfadden nationality?
American
What is Bernarr Macfadden's occupation?
Bodybuilder, author, magazine publisher
Short Biography
Bernarr Macfadden (August 16, 1868 – October 12, 1955) was an influential American proponent of physical culture, a combination of bodybuilding with nutritional and health theories. He also founded the long-running magazine publishing company Macfadden Publications. He was the predecessor of Charles Atlas and Jack LaLanne, and has been credited with beginning the culture of health and fitness in the United States.