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Meaning of CALISTHENICS

Pronunciation:  `kalis'theniks

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  light exercise designed to promote general fitness
 
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 Synonyms: calisthenic exercise, callisthenic exercise, callisthenics
 
 See Also: exercise, exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Cal`is*then"ics\, n.
The science, art, or practice of healthful exercise of the
body and limbs, to promote strength and gracefulness; light
gymnastics.
 
Medical Dictionary
 
 Definition: Systematic, rhythmic bodily exercises performed usually without equipment.
 
Thesaurus Terms
 
 Related Terms: athletics, breather, constitutional, daily dozen, drill, eurythmics, exercise, exercising, gymnastic exercises, gymnastics, isometrics, physical culture, physical education, physical jerks, practice, setting-up exercises, stretch, workout, yoga
 

 

 

 

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