calisthenics

     

Calisthenics form a category of physical exercises closely relate to, but not a part of, gymnastics. The name of the discipline is Greek in origin, a combination of the words kalos, 'beautiful' and sthénos, 'strength'.

Trivia about calisthenics

  • It's exercise like jumping jacks or pushups; drop & give me 20!
  • From the Greek for "beautiful strong", it's an exercise program that will shape you up
  • From the Greek for "beautiful strength", these light exercises that help promote fitness are often part of gym class

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