noun
calisthenics
ka-lihs-THEH-nihks
Calisthenics (noun) means Exercises that use the body's own weight for resistance, such as push-ups, squats, and sit-ups. Example: “She does calisthenics every morning instead of going to the gym.”
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Exercises that use the body's own weight for resistance, such as push-ups, squats, and sit-ups.
"She does calisthenics every morning instead of going to the gym."
"The recruits started their day with an hour of calisthenics."
How to use calisthenics
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBodyweight exercise — training that builds strength and fitness without equipment.
Common pairings
a calisthenics routine
basic calisthenics
calisthenics workout
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek kallos ("beauty") and sthenos ("strength"), combined with the English suffix "-ics."
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What does “calisthenics” mean?
The word “calisthenics” means exercises that use the body's own weight for resistance, such as push-ups, squats, and sit-ups. In plain terms, bodyweight exercise — training that builds strength and fitness without equipment.
How do you pronounce “calisthenics”?
“Calisthenics” is pronounced ka-lihs-THEH-nihks (/ˌkæ.lɪsˈθɛ.nɪks/ in IPA).
How do you use “calisthenics” in a sentence?
Here is “calisthenics” used in a sentence: “She does calisthenics every morning instead of going to the gym.”
What part of speech is “calisthenics”?
“Calisthenics” is a noun.
Where does the word “calisthenics” come from?
The word “calisthenics” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek kallos ("beauty") and sthenos ("strength"), combined with the English suffix "-ics.".
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