Exercise And Fitness Vocabulary

adjective sharp and clear; abrupt

• The brisk wind made it difficult to walk outside.
• Let's take a brisk walk around the park to get some fresh air.
• I like to start my day with a brisk jog to wake myself up.
• Her brisk attitude towards the project helped us finish ahead of schedule.

noun the two rounded portions of the body located on the posterior of the pelvic region

• The doctor examined the patient's buttocks for any signs of infection.
• I accidentally sat on my own buttocks, and it hurt!
• She slipped and fell on her buttocks while trying to ice skate.
• The company's financial losses were a kick in the buttocks for their growth plans.

verb to give energy or enthusiasm to; invigorate

• The new power plant will help to energize the entire city.
• I need some coffee to energize me for the rest of the day.
• Let's hit up that new juice bar to get energized before the party.
• Listening to music always has a way of energizing my soul.

noun a trademark for a brand of batteries or battery-powered devices

• The energizer is a device used to recharge batteries.
• I always carry an energizer in my bag in case my phone battery dies.
• Hey, can you pass me the energizer? My laptop is about to die.
• Exercise is like an energizer for the body, keeping you feeling refreshed and energized.

noun a pulsation of the heart, including one complete systole and diastole

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• The doctor listened to the patient's heartbeat with a stethoscope.
• I could feel my heartbeat racing as I approached the finish line.
• His heartbeat was off the charts when he saw his crush walk by.
• The sound of the ocean was like a soothing heartbeat in the background.

noun The quality or state of being intense; extreme degree of strength, force, energy, or feeling.

• The intensity of the storm caused widespread damage to the area.
• The intensity of her workout was impressive.
• The intensity of the party last night was off the charts!
• The intensity of his emotions was like a raging fire within him.

noun a warm-up exercise or routine to prepare the body for physical activity

verb to prepare one's body for physical activity by doing warm-up exercises

• Before starting the race, the athletes were instructed to limber up to prevent any injuries.
• Hey, make sure you limber up before we hit the gym later.
• I always feel better after I limber up before dancing.
• She needed to limber up her mind before tackling the complex problem.

noun A sudden forward thrust or motion

verb To make a sudden forward movement

• The fencer made a swift lunge towards his opponent, aiming for a precise hit.
• I saw a squirrel lunge for the acorn and quickly scurry away.
• The bully tried to lunge at me, but I dodged him just in time.
• Her heart seemed to lunge with excitement as she opened the envelope.

noun a person with well-developed muscles

adjective relating to or having well-developed muscles

• The athlete's muscular physique was a result of years of dedicated training.
• Wow, that guy is so muscular! I wonder how often he goes to the gym.
• Check out the dude with the super ripped muscles, he's so muscular!
• Her argument was muscular, backed by solid evidence and logical reasoning.

verb the action of breathing quickly and loudly, usually after physical exertion or excitement

• After running for several miles, the athlete was panting heavily.
• I could hear my dog panting after chasing a squirrel in the backyard.
• She was totally panting for that new guy in class.
• The engine was panting as it struggled to make it up the steep hill.

noun a conjunction used to indicate addition or inclusion

preposition used to show that one number or amount is being added to another

• The final bill came to $50 plus tax.
• I'll bring snacks for the movie night, plus drinks.
• I aced the test, plus my crush smiled at me!
• His determination, plus his talent, made him a successful musician.

noun the action or sound of repeatedly hitting or striking something

adjective describing something that is strong or forceful

• The pounding of the waves against the shore could be heard from miles away.
• I could feel my heart pounding as I approached the finish line.
• I could hear the bass pounding at the club last night.
• The pounding rain on the roof made it difficult to concentrate on my work.

noun the act of pulling

verb to exert force on (someone or something) to cause movement towards oneself

• The worker used a lever to pull the heavy machinery across the floor.
• Can you help me pull this table over to the window?
• I'll just give it a good yank to pull it loose.
• She always knows how to pull the team together during tough times.

adjective describing a pattern of sounds or movements with a regular beat or pattern

• The dancers moved in perfect rhythmic harmony with the music.
• I love how rhythmic the beat is in this song, it's so catchy!
• The drummer's playing was so rhythmic, it was sick!
• Her speech had a rhythmic flow that captivated the audience.

verb to assume an upright position, especially from lying down

• During the meeting, make sure to sit up straight and pay attention.
• Hey, can you sit up a bit so I can see the screen better?
• I can't believe she just sat up and left in the middle of the movie.
• The news of the promotion made him sit up and take notice of his potential.

adjective requiring or involving great effort or energy; arduous

• The strenuous hike up the mountain required a lot of physical endurance.
• I'm so sore from that strenuous workout yesterday.
• That workout was super strenuous, I could barely move afterwards.
• Navigating through the dense forest of paperwork was a strenuous task.

noun a leisurely walk

verb to walk leisurely

• After dinner, they decided to take a leisurely stroll around the park.
• Let's go for a stroll in the neighborhood and catch up.
• I'm just gonna take a quick stroll to clear my head.
• As she listened to the music, her mind began to stroll through memories of her past.

noun the act of moving on foot

verb present participle of the verb 'walk', indicating the action of moving on foot

• She enjoyed the leisurely act of walking through the park every morning.
• I love walking around the neighborhood with my dog.
• Let's go for a walk and catch up on the latest gossip.
• After the long meeting, he felt like he was walking on air.

noun a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation

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• Yoga is a discipline that combines physical, mental, and spiritual practices.
• I love going to yoga classes to relax and stretch my muscles.
• Let's hit up a yoga sesh to zen out and unwind.
• Practicing yoga helps me find balance and harmony in my life.

noun a physical activity of moving the body by lifting one foot and putting it down in front of the other in order to travel a distance

preposition used to indicate the purpose or intention of an action, in this case, the purpose of walking

• Many people participate in charity events where they walk for a cause.
• Let's go for a walk for some fresh air.
• We should totally walk for some snacks at the corner store.
• Sometimes we need to walk for miles to find our true purpose in life.

noun a person who is short-winded

adjective describing someone who easily becomes out of breath or tired

• The professor was known for being short-winded during his lectures, often getting straight to the point.
• I can't stand having a conversation with him, he's so short-winded.
• She's short-winded when it comes to explaining things, always cutting the conversation short.
• His argument was short-winded, lacking depth and substance.

noun a type of exercise that increases the body's need for oxygen

• Aerobia is the process by which organisms use oxygen to produce energy through the oxidation of nutrients.
• I heard that aerobia is important for maintaining good cardiovascular health.
• Yo, did you know that aerobia is like the ultimate workout for your lungs?
• In order to thrive in today's fast-paced world, we must embrace aerobia as a metaphor for adapting and evolving quickly.