Body practices in Juiz de Fora (1876-1915)

Abstract

Until the 1920s, Juiz de Fora was considered the main city of Minas Gerais for its economic strength and cultural development. The city is located next to Rio de Janeiro and experienced an intense process of modernization as from the second half of the nineteenth century. Our work explores the development of body practices in Juiz de Fora (MG) between 1876 and 1915, through the major tabloid published in the city, the newspaper entitled 'O Pharol'. Symbols of modernity, the body practices were developed in Juiz de Fora under the principles of health education (hygiene), and the logics of fun and entertainment.

physical activities; history; Juiz de Fora