physical exercise
Deliberate bodily exertion
Physical exercise is bodily activity that improves or maintains fitness and health.
The term covers everything from walking and stretching to intense athletic training.
Exercise strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular function, and affects mood.
The doctor recommended thirty minutes of physical exercise daily.
Often shortened to just exercise.
Sport of hoisting barbells
- powerliftingMaximal barbell competition sport
- bodybuildingMuscle enlargement for appearance
- squatsLowering exercises for legs
- deadliftsWeighted floor pulls
bench press · dumbbells · barbell · kettlebells · resistance bands · pull-ups · push-ups · lunges
Slow-paced locomotion exercise
- swimmingLocomotion through water
- cyclingRiding on two wheels
- aerobicsHeart-strengthening group exercises
- yogaMind-body exercise discipline
pilates · calisthenics · dance · gymnastics · basketball · soccer · tennis · badminton
One who instructs
- drillsRepetitive training routines
- techniqueSkilled way of performing
- practiceRepeated work toward mastery
- warmupPre-activity preparation
cooldown · stretching · reps · sets · progressive overload · periodization · rest days · form
Long-distance footrace
- triathlonThree-event endurance contest
- staminaCapacity for sustained effort
- long-distance runningExtended endurance foot races
- cardiovascularOf heart and blood vessels
ultramarathon · trail running · ironman · cross-country · interval training · HIIT · spinning · stair climbing
Overall state of health
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- circulationMovement through a system
- heart healthCardiovascular system condition
- weight managementRegulating body mass intentionally
stress relief · disease prevention · bone density · blood pressure · cholesterol · mobility · injury recovery · joint health
weightlifting
Sport of hoisting barbells
- powerliftingMaximal barbell competition sport
- bodybuildingMuscle enlargement for appearance
- squatsLowering exercises for legs
deadlifts · bench press · dumbbells · barbell · kettlebells · resistance bands · pull-ups · push-ups · lunges · muscle building
jogging
Slow-paced locomotion exercise
- swimmingLocomotion through water
- cyclingRiding on two wheels
- aerobicsHeart-strengthening group exercises
yoga · pilates · calisthenics · dance · gymnastics · basketball · soccer · tennis · badminton · volleyball
coach
One who instructs
- drillsRepetitive training routines
- techniqueSkilled way of performing
- practiceRepeated work toward mastery
warmup · cooldown · stretching · reps · sets · progressive overload · periodization · rest days · form · fitness goals
marathon
Long-distance footrace
- triathlonThree-event endurance contest
- staminaCapacity for sustained effort
- long-distance runningExtended endurance foot races
cardiovascular · ultramarathon · trail running · ironman · cross-country · interval training · HIIT · spinning · stair climbing · treadmill
wellness
Overall state of health
- rehabilitationRecovery from injury/addiction
- circulationMovement through a system
- heart healthCardiovascular system condition
weight management · stress relief · disease prevention · bone density · blood pressure · cholesterol · mobility · injury recovery · joint health · mental health
- grounding techniquesdeep breathing, box breathing, naming colors, body scan, progressive relaxation
physical exerciseinactivity
Lack of movement
rest · sitting · idleness · lounging · physical inactivity
physical exercisemental exercise
Activity strengthening cognitive function
cognitive training · brain training · studying · reading · meditation
physical exercisesedentary lifestyle
Habitual physical inactivity
physical neglect · overeating · substance abuse · smoking · unhealthy habits
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