The History and Evolution
of Calisthenics
The History and Evolution of Calisthenic
Hello Spartan, today we will be talking about the brief history and
evolution of calisthenics, compare how it was before and now
and to see true beauty of this sport.
The Origins of Calisthenics
The Origins of Calisthenics
The history of calisthenics can be traced back to ancient Greece!
Calisthenics = kallos (beauty) + sthenos (strength)
Calisthenics in the 19th
Century
Calisthenics in the
th
19
Century
In the 19th century, calisthenics became
popular in Europe and America.
The Swedish physician Pehr Henrik Ling
developed a system of exercises called
"Swedish gymnastics"
Calisthenics in the 20th
Century
Calisthenics in the
th
20
Century
In the early 20th century, calisthenics
became even more popular as a form of
exercise.
Calisthenics Today
Calisthenics Today
Calisthenics has continued to evolve and
has been incorporated into various forms
of exercise.
In recent years, calisthenics has gained
even more popularity, with the rise of street
workout and the calisthenics community.
Conclusion
Conclusion
In conclusion, calisthenics has a long and rich history, and has evolved over time
to become a popular and effective form of exercise.