Feel the Burn: 7 Ridiculous Exercise Trends from the 1800s Through Today

Whether you're a mom trying to shed a few pounds after having her first, second or 19th baby or a single gal trying to stay fit, you've likely tried a million different exercise routines over the years. This look at exercise trends from the 1800s through today proves that when it comes to getting in shape, the more things change, the more they stay the same. We seem to be just as desperate to look good now and we always have, and just as willing to try the latest, most fashionable trend in exercise technique to achieve that - no matter how absurd it is! Click through for 7 ridiculous exercise trends from the 1800s through to today! -By Carolyn Castiglia

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