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Bob Hoffman

American sports promoter (1898-1985) · United States · On the map · Founders · Died at 86

Robert Collins Hoffman was an American entrepreneur who rose to prominence as the owner of York Barbell. He founded magazines such as Muscular Development and Strength & Health, and was the manufacturer of a line of bodybuilding supplements.

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Hoffman promoted bodybuilders like John Grimek and Sigmund Klein, coached the American Olympic Weightlifting Team between 1936 and 1968, and was a founding member of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.

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Country
United States
Category
Founders
Type
Founder
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1898 to 1985 · aged 86