Fitness Equipment Terms

noun a piece of exercise equipment, typically a stationary machine, used for walking or running in place

adjective relating to or having the shape of an ellipse

• The mathematician explained the concept of an elliptical orbit using precise calculations.
• I prefer using the elliptical machine at the gym instead of the treadmill.
• Let's hit the elliptical for a quick workout sesh.
• Her speech was elliptical, leaving the audience to interpret her true intentions.

noun the action of propelling a boat using oars

verb to propel a boat using oars

• The rowing team practiced diligently to improve their technique.
• I'm thinking of taking up rowing as a hobby.
• Let's ditch this party and go rowing on the lake instead!
• Rowing through a sea of paperwork, she finally completed the project.

noun a safety device in amusement park rides that secures passengers in their seats by being lowered over their laps

• The lap bar on the roller coaster ensures passengers are safely secured during the ride.
• Make sure to pull down the lap bar tightly before the roller coaster starts moving.
• I always feel more secure when the lap bar is locked in place on this ride.
• She felt like she needed a mental lap bar to hold her emotions in check during the stressful situation.