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TWELVE TO EIGHTEEN YEARS.
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The feet and ankles are exercised by another set of motions, which we denominate treading. (See Fig. 5.)
To promote the general heat of the blood, and increase the whole vital action, there is nothing that equals the jumping exercise. (See Fig. 6.)
These are some of the important exercises which are performed upon
Fig. 3.—Rowing Position.
the Pilaster; but this is only one of scores of similar contrivances which Dr. Caplin has adapted to every age, sex, or weakness. A patient study of the human frame has enabled him to interpret the dictates of Nature, and to assist her in her efforts to impart health, strength, grace, and beauty to the whole system. *[1]
Respecting the materials of which the clothing should be composed,
- ↑ * A visit to the Royal Hygienic Gymnasium, 9, York Place, Portman Square, is respectfully solicited from all who desire further information on this matter.
