parkourin
Parkour, often referred to as "parkourin" in some informal contexts, is a physical discipline that emphasizes efficiency of movement over obstacles in an urban or natural environment. Originating in France in the late 1980s, it was initially developed by a group of young men in the Lisses neighborhood near Paris, who sought to navigate their surroundings quickly and creatively. The term "parkour" comes from the French phrase *parcours du combattant*, meaning "obstacle course," reflecting its military-inspired roots.
Parkour focuses on four core principles: efficiency, adaptability, respect, and awareness. Practitioners, known as traceurs (singular:
Parkour is often practiced in urban settings, such as parks, streets, and public spaces, though it can
The practice has gained global popularity, inspiring variations like freerunning, which incorporates more acrobatic and artistic