Fitness And Exercise Terminology

noun the quality of being equal in size, shape, or value; uniformity

• The evenness of the distribution of resources among the population is a key factor in achieving social equality.
• I appreciate the evenness of your handwriting, it's very neat and easy to read.
• I can't believe the evenness of her tan, she must have spent hours in the sun.
• The evenness of his temperament is what makes him such a reliable friend in times of need.

noun a long walk or walking tour

verb to walk a long distance, especially for pleasure or exercise

• The group went on a hike through the national park to observe the local wildlife.
• Let's go for a hike up that trail, it's supposed to have a great view at the top.
• I'm feeling like going on a hike this weekend, want to join me?
• She knew she had a long hike ahead of her to reach her career goals.

adjective giving strength or energy to; refreshing; stimulating

• The invigorating morning walk in the fresh air helped to wake me up.
• I always find a cup of coffee in the morning to be so invigorating.
• That workout was totally invigorating, I feel so pumped up now!
• The new project proposal injected an invigorating energy into the team.

noun an easy, unenergetic gait

verb to move at a slow, steady pace, especially in running or trotting

• The horse continued at a steady jog trot around the track.
• I decided to just do a jog trot instead of running the whole way.
• Let's just jog trot our way through this last mile.
• He was moving at a jog trot in his career progression.

noun a system or planned way of doing things, especially one imposed from above

• The new government implemented a strict regime to control the country's economy.
• I heard the boss is putting in place a new regime for employee performance reviews.
• The coach's training regime is no joke - we're all feeling the burn!
• Breaking free from the regime of self-doubt was the first step towards personal growth.

verb to improve or make progress, especially in terms of behavior or performance

• It is important for employees to shape up and meet the company's standards.
• Hey, you need to shape up if you want to keep your job.
• Dude, you really need to shape up or you're gonna get fired.
• If you want to succeed in life, you need to shape up and take control of your actions.

adjective having little fabric or material; revealing or showing a lot of skin; insufficient in size or amount

• The skimpy budget allocation for the project caused delays in implementation.
• She was wearing a skimpy dress to the party last night.
• I can't believe he only left a skimpy tip for the waiter.
• His knowledge of the subject was only skimpy at best.

noun the act of making a harsh or loud noise while sleeping

• The sound of snoring coming from the next room kept me awake all night.
• My dad fell asleep on the couch and started snoring really loudly.
• I can't stand sleeping next to my brother, he's always snoring like a chainsaw.
• The old building seemed to be snoring as it settled into the night.

noun a crowded or tight situation

verb to fit into a tight or limited space

adverb to do something quickly or efficiently in a limited amount of time or space

preposition to insert or include something in a tight schedule or plan

• I will try to squeeze in a meeting with the client before the end of the day.
• I'll see if I can squeeze in a quick workout before dinner.
• Let's try to squeeze in a coffee break between classes.
• She managed to squeeze in some time for herself amidst her busy schedule.

verb to extend or lengthen something to its full extent

adjective extended to the full length or extent

adverb in a stretched or extended manner

• The cat stretched out on the windowsill and basked in the sunlight.
• I love stretching out on the couch after a long day at work.
• I'm just going to stretch out on the grass and chill for a bit.
• The truth of the matter was stretched out to fit their narrative.

noun a mark or a series of marks that are left behind by something that has passed by

verb to pull or drag behind

• The hiking trail winds through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
• Let's hit the trail this weekend and explore some new hiking routes.
• I heard there's a sick mountain biking trail up in the hills, wanna check it out?
• As a detective, he was always on the trail of the truth, no matter where it led him.

noun a physical action or movement of keeping oneself afloat in water by moving the legs and arms in a controlled manner

verb to stay afloat in water by moving the legs and arms in a controlled manner

• The swimmer had to tread water for several minutes before help arrived.
• I'm just trying to tread water until I finish this project.
• I feel like I'm constantly treading water with all these deadlines.
• In order to survive in the competitive job market, you have to learn how to tread water and stay afloat.

noun A colloquial term for the stomach or abdominal area.

• She gently massaged her tummy after a hearty meal.
• I shouldn't have eaten that much, my tummy is so full now.
• I can't believe I just ate that whole pizza, my tummy is gonna hate me later.
• His tummy was full of butterflies as he waited for the results of the exam.

noun a combination of biking and backpacking, where participants use bicycles to carry gear for overnight trips into remote areas

• Bikepacking is a form of outdoor travel where cyclists ride long distances carrying all their gear on their bikes.
• I love bikepacking because it allows me to explore remote areas and camp under the stars.
• Let's ditch the car and go on a bikepacking adventure this weekend!
• Embarking on a bikepacking journey symbolizes the freedom of exploration and self-reliance.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

• It is important to prioritize your good health by eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly.
• Don't forget to take care of your health by getting enough sleep and drinking plenty of water.
• Yo, make sure you're looking after your health by staying active and eating clean.
• Just like a plant needs water and sunlight to thrive, you need to take care of your good health to live a fulfilling life.

noun a type of running race that is longer than a traditional marathon, typically ranging from 50 kilometers to 100 miles or more

• Ultrarunning is a sport that involves running longer distances than a traditional marathon.
• My friend is really into ultrarunning and is always training for his next big race.
• I never thought I would enjoy ultrarunning, but now I'm hooked!
• Ultrarunning taught me that I can push myself beyond my limits in all aspects of life.

noun a person with a lean and delicate body build

adjective describing a lean and delicate body build

• An ectomorph is a body type characterized by a lean and slender build with little body fat.
• My friend is such an ectomorph, he can eat anything and never gain weight.
• Ectomorphs are often called 'skinny minnies' by some people.
• In the world of bodybuilding, ectomorphs are like marathon runners compared to the bulky sprinters.

noun a constitutional type characterized by muscularity

• The mesomorph body type is characterized by a muscular build and well-defined muscles.
• My friend who is a mesomorph can eat whatever he wants and still stay in great shape.
• Dang, look at that mesomorph over there, he's ripped!
• In the world of fitness, being a mesomorph is like hitting the genetic jackpot.

noun a steam bath or sauna, especially one in a Jewish bathhouse

• The athletes went to the schvitz to relax their muscles after the intense workout.
• Let's hit the schvitz before heading out for the night.
• I love schvitzing it out in the sauna after a long day.
• She felt like she was in a schvitz trying to meet all her deadlines at work.

noun the act of feeding someone or something excessively

verb to feed someone or something excessively

• It is important not to overfeed your pets as it can lead to health problems.
• Don't overfeed the fish or they will get sick.
• You really shouldn't overfeed on junk food like that.
• Her constant need for attention felt like an emotional overfeed.

adjective a term used to describe someone or something that is filled with adrenaline or excitement

• After the intense workout, she felt adrenalized and ready to take on the day.
• The roller coaster ride left me feeling so adrenalized!
• That action movie was so adrenalized, I couldn't sit still in my seat.
• The adrenaline rush from the concert had me feeling adrenalized for hours afterwards.