Calisthenics

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Calisthenics is a series of exercises used to develop strength, power and balance or a repeated rhythmical exercise that uses the weight of the body as resistance or the systematic exercises for attaining strength-gracefulness or the practice of calisthenic exercises.

[change] Purpose

Calisthenics is recommended for general good health, light exercises designed to promote general fitness.

[change] Origin

The name calisthenics is Greek in origin, a combination of the words 'beauty' and 'strength'.