callisthenics

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A form of calisthenics — Physical exercises with the participation of a multitude of muscles and often minimal equipment (thus, usually bodyweight exercises); strength training aspects and cardio aspects are both involved, and stamina is often a focus.

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Meanings

nouncallisthenics pl (plural only)
  1. alternativepluralplural onlyAlternative spelling of calisthenics.

Synonyms & antonyms

nounthe practice of calisthenic exercises

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practicepattern

nounlight exercises designed to promote general fitness

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exerciseexercisingphysical exercise
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APA

callisthenics. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/callisthenics

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“callisthenics.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/callisthenics. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “callisthenics,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/callisthenics.

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