Gym Class Memories

 With many schools starting now, the trip to the stores for school supplies is in full swing. Just a couple of decades ago, that also meant buying physical education uniforms. Some grade schools required showers and PE uniforms (including jockstraps) for boys starting in 4th grade ( 9 years old). Here are some school supply lists from a bygone era: Any memories fellers?

 Judging by hairstyle this looks like some recruits enjoying some exercise.  PT Instructor seems to be doing a good job in getting the legs held at 6" above the floor. I can almost hear the orders:  "Raise em..Spread em..Together..Spread em again.  Ah. the weight of combat boots   Anyone have ideas regarding the water on the floor?   Too much to be sweat.  Besides the recruits have doffed their BDU shirts and their trousers are unbloused.  They simply look too comfortable for having endured a sweat-down party.  Note:  The second photo is poor in quality but should bring memories of doing the leg lifts in school PE classes.