Parkour, a type of urban gymnastics, is sweeping Europe and Australia.  It developed in France and is really catching on.  Guys leap between and from buildings, flip off of walls, and do handstands on railings, escalators, steps, or just about anything else.  Some people are calling this a new sport.  What do you think?  Leave your comments below.

Those who do parkour must continue intense physical fitness training to be able to do these stunts.  If nothing else, they should be able to get jobs as stuntmen!

 

 
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The Parkour & Freerunning Handbook - Dan Edwardes - Paperback

The Parkour & Freerunning Handbook – Dan Edwardes – Paperback

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