English: Ladies practice various calisthenic exercises such as climbing the underside of a ladder, balancing and gymnastics. The text caption references
Muscular Christianity which is a Christian school of thought which emphasises spiritual wellbeing through physical health and strength.
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'Calisthenics college for lady muscular Christians.' Wood engraving, American, 1867.