Herman John Koehler's "Manual of Calisthenic Exercises" is a fantastic
guide to exercising and keeping fit using Calisthenics, 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,
making it perfect for those too busy to go to the gym or simple
interested in exercising at home and on the move. Contents include:
"Order of the Secretary of War", "Preface", "Advice to Instructors",
"Commands", "Exercises", "Starting Positions", "Arm", "Wrist and
Fingers", "Neck", "Shoulder", "Trunk", "Leg", "Foot and Toes", "Straddle
Position", etc. 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.