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calisthenics

[kal-uhs-then-iks] / ˌkæl əsˈθɛn ɪks /




NOUN
physical education
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The analysis did not include certain forms of strength training, such as calisthenics and Pilates.

From Science Daily Jun. 12, 2026

I believe reading books that challenge me is a great way to practice mental calisthenics.

From The Wall Street Journal Dec. 12, 2025

From the opening calisthenics of “Training Season” and “Break My Heart,” Lipa ripped through a quiver of deep-house and neo-disco staples to fuel Pride parties for the rest of her life.

From Los Angeles Times Oct. 5, 2025

Instead, reading is like mental calisthenics for film, priming the mind for flights of imagination and empathy.

From Seattle Times Feb. 16, 2024

After days of calisthenics, the coach had said that probably he’d let them use the ball this afternoon.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier




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