Calisthenics Definition

kălĭs-thĕnĭks
noun
Gymnastic exercises designed to develop muscular tone and promote physical well-being.
Sit-ups, trunk twists, and other calisthenics are demonstrated on the video.
American Heritage
Exercises, such as push-ups and sit-ups, to develop a strong, trim body; simple gymnastics.
Webster's New World
The art of developing bodily strength and gracefulness by such exercises.
Webster's New World

(in the plural) Gymnastic exercises, especially morning exercises, done to keep one's body healthy.

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Origin of Calisthenics

  • From Greek kalli- beautiful (from kallos beauty) sthenos strength segh- in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

  • From Ancient Greek κάλλος (kallos, “beauty”) + σθένος (sthenos, “strength”).

    From Wiktionary

Calisthenics Sentence Examples

  • If a machine isn't practical, you can add jump rope workouts or other calisthenics to your exercise plan.

  • Weight bearing exercises and strength training, such as lifting weights or calisthenics, build muscles.

  • When you find yourself with time on your hands, instead of sitting down and watching television, try five to ten minutes of calisthenics.

  • Perform calisthenics for specific muscle groups (such as push ups and jumping jacks) to build endurance.

  • Turn the disadvantage to an advantage by making it a point to master bodyweight-only exercising and alternate between equipment and calisthenics workouts on a regular basis.

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