Hand-Book of Calisthenics and Gymnastics - A Complete Drill-Book for Schools Families and Gymnasiums | Indigo Chapters

Hand-Book of Calisthenics and Gymnastics is a vintage guide to calisthenic exercises for children or students by J. Madison Watson, first published in 1882. Calisthenics is a form of exercise based on the doing of various gross motor movements such as running, standing, grasping, pushing, etc. These movements are usually performed in a rhythmic fashion and require little to no equipment. This volume contains simple, step-by-step instructions for a variety of simple, beneficial exercises and drills complete with helpful illustrations and handy tips for instruction. Part I - 'Vocal Gymnastics' includes chapters on \"Vocal Gymnastics,\" \"Orthoepy,\" \"Expression,\" \"Recitations in Verse.\" Part II - 'Calisthenics' includes \"Introduction,\" \"General Exercises.\" Part III 'Gymnastics' includes chapters, \"Introduction,\" \"Wand Exercises,\" \"Dumb-bell Exercises,\" \"Indian Club Exercises,\" \"Ring Exercises.\" Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with the original text and artwork. | Hand-Book of Calisthenics and Gymnastics - A Complete Drill-Book for Schools Families and Gymnasiums | Indigo Chapters