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Last week, 60,000 people attended the London half-marathon ( The Big Half ) . They witnessed not just an event but a show. The London Half Marathon has always been about endurance. But this year, something different pulsed through Greenwich Park . Between the sweat and the medals, the pull-up bars became the new runner's high and drew as much attention as the finish line. The feeling of achievement didn’t come from the metal of medals, but from the metal of the bars. And no, not the kind of bar you're thinking. Image Credits: Aryan This display of body strength mastery using calisthenics involves superhuman skills , such as the human flag , back lever , and handstand , to name a few. The skills and accessible bar equipment that The Great Outdoor Gym Compan y ( TGO ) installed meant kids were trying calisthenics for the first time, and marathon finishers were repping pull-ups , even after running 21km. On the 7th of September, 2025 , Queens Park in Greenwich was ...

The Cali Academy is the leading force in redefining how young people break free from sedentary lifestyles through the powerful sport of Calisthenics.   Nationally recognised for their annual competitions across the UK and growing presence in universities, they’re passionate about building a healthier, more sculpted generation through movement and strength. Securing a successful partnership with the London Marathon, they’ll bring calisthenics into the spotlight through various challenges and skill-based activities. It’s incredibly accessible and beginner-friendly, where everyone’s welcome with coaches available on the day. With an exciting pop-up event on September 7th at Greenwich Park, the team are incredibly excited to announce this huge achievement and help showcase the growing impact of this movement-driven culture on Sunday.