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Physique 57
Physique 57 (pronounced: /fɪˈzi:k ˈfɪftiːn/) is a fitness company that offers a barre-based workout regimen. The name is derived from the idea that the workout can transform the body's physique in 57 minutes.
Etymology
The term "Physique" is derived from the French word for "body", while "57" refers to the length of the workout in minutes. The company was founded in 2006 by Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi and Tanya Becker.
Related Terms
- Barre (exercise): A form of physical exercise, usually conducted in group classes in gyms or specialty studios. It is distinguished by the use of the ballet barre and its incorporation of movements derived from ballet.
- Pilates: A physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. It is practiced worldwide and emphasizes the use of the mind to control muscles, focusing attention on core postural muscles that help keep the body balanced and provide support for the spine.
- Yoga: A group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines which originated in ancient India. Yoga is one of the six orthodox philosophical schools of Hinduism.
- Cardiovascular exercise: Also known as cardio or aerobic exercise, it is any form of exercise that raises your heart rate. This includes activities like running, cycling, swimming, and even dancing.
- Strength training: A type of physical exercise specializing in the use of resistance to induce muscular contraction, which builds the strength, anaerobic endurance, size of skeletal muscles and bone density.
- Flexibility (anatomy): The quality of bending easily without breaking. In the context of anatomy, it refers to the range of movement in a joint or series of joints, and length in muscles that cross the joints to induce a bending movement or motion.
- Endurance: The ability of an organism to exert itself and remain active for a long period of time, as well as its ability to resist, withstand, recover from, and have immunity to trauma, wounds, or fatigue.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Physique 57
- Wikipedia's article - Physique 57
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