Calisthenics
Calisthenics
Calisthenics (/kælɪsˈθɛnɪks/) is a form of exercise consisting of a variety of movements which exercise large muscle groups (gross motor movements), such as running, standing, grasping, pushing, etc. These exercises are often performed rhythmically and with minimal equipment, as bodyweight exercises. They are intended to increase body strength, body fitness, and flexibility, through movements such as pulling or pushing oneself up, bending, jumping, or swinging, using only one's body weight for resistance; usually conducted in concert with stretches.
Etymology
The word calisthenics comes from the ancient Greek words kalos (κάλλος), which means "beauty" or "beautiful" (to emphasize the aesthetic pleasure that derives from the perfection of the human body), and sthenos (σθένος), meaning "strength" (great mental strength, courage, strength, and determination). It is the art of using one's body weight as resistance in order to develop physique.
Related Terms
- Bodyweight exercise: Any exercise that uses the individual's own weight to provide resistance against gravity.
- Physical fitness: A state of health and well-being and, more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations and daily activities.
- Strength training: A type of physical exercise specializing in the use of resistance to induce muscular contraction which builds the strength, anaerobic endurance, and size of skeletal muscles.
- Flexibility (anatomy): The quality of bending easily without breaking.
- Aerobic exercise: Physical exercise of low to high intensity that depends primarily on the aerobic energy-generating process.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Calisthenics
- Wikipedia's article - Calisthenics
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