Calisthenics, also known as body weight exercises, use only the weight of your body to train, no equipment. The term originates from the Greek word ‘kalos’ meaning beauty and ‘sthenos’ meaning strength. The few exercises that might seem demanding, like human flags, hand balancing, and front levers, are advanced calisthenics movements. Jump squatsThe jump squat is an explosive body weight exercise targeting the quads, hamstrings and glutes. This full range of motion aids flexibility and builds lower body strength.

Source: Standard Digital February 28, 2021 08:26 UTC