Sports Training Vocabulary

noun the movement of a body part toward the midline of the body

• The physical therapist instructed the patient to perform adduction exercises to strengthen the inner thigh muscles.
• The trainer showed me how to do adduction movements to work on my leg muscles.
• I'm gonna do some adduction stuff at the gym to tone up my legs.
• In negotiations, the company used adduction tactics to bring the other party closer to their position.

noun fundamental instruction or teaching in a subject or skill

• The new recruits underwent rigorous basic training before being deployed to the front lines.
• I heard basic training is no joke, they really push you to your limits.
• Basic training was tough as nails, but I made it through in one piece.
• Embarking on a new career is like going through basic training - you have to start from the ground up and work your way to the top.

verb to strengthen or improve something by adding more material, resources, or support

• The company decided to beef up their security measures after the data breach.
• I need to beef up my studying if I want to pass this exam.
• I'm going to beef up my workout routine to get in shape for summer.
• The author decided to beef up the ending of the story to make it more impactful.

noun a place with temporary accommodations such as tents or cabins, typically used for recreational activities

verb to set up or stay at a camp

adjective related to or characteristic of a camp

adverb in a manner characteristic of a camp

• The children went to a summer camp in the mountains.
• We're planning to camp out by the lake next weekend.
• Let's pitch a tent and camp in the backyard tonight.
• The soldiers had to camp in the enemy territory for weeks.

adjective showing controlled behavior or way of working; showing a high level of self-control

• The disciplined approach to project management ensured timely completion of the tasks.
• He is so disciplined when it comes to his workout routine.
• She's really disciplined about sticking to her budget.
• The disciplined mind is like a well-oiled machine, always focused and efficient.

noun a place or building equipped for physical exercise and other forms of physical activity

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• She goes to the gym every morning before work to exercise.
• I'm hitting the gym later, want to join me?
• I'm gonna get my swole on at the gym today.
• Working on my mental strength is like going to the gym for my brain.

verb past participle of ingrain, meaning to firmly establish something in a person's mind or nature

adjective firmly fixed or established, especially a belief or habit

• The values of honesty and integrity are deeply ingrained in our company culture.
• My mom ingrained in me the importance of saving money from a young age.
• That song is so catchy, it's ingrained in my head now.
• The memories of that day are ingrained in my mind forever.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

• It is crucial to keep alive the traditions of our ancestors.
• We need to make sure we keep alive the spirit of our high school days.
• Let's do whatever it takes to keep alive the vibe of this party.
• Reading books helps keep alive our imagination and creativity.

noun a lateral part, branch, or shoot

adjective relating to the side or sides; situated at or extending to the side

• The lateral movement of the vehicle was smooth and controlled.
• She tried to do a lateral pass in the game but missed the target.
• I love watching basketball players do those sick laterals on the court.
• The company decided to take a lateral approach to solving the issue, rather than the traditional method.

noun a man who is attracted to or has a strong preference for a person's legs

• He is known in the art world as a leg man, specializing in sculptures that focus on the human form.
• My friend is a total leg man - he can't resist a woman with long legs.
• I heard he's a leg man, always checking out girls' legs when they walk by.
• In the world of fashion, he's considered a leg man, always designing outfits that showcase the legs.

noun the action or process of making or becoming longer

verb to make or become longer

• The lengthening of the days in summer allows for more outdoor activities.
• I noticed the lengthening days as we approach summer.
• The days are getting longer, it's awesome!
• The lengthening of our friendship has brought us closer together.

noun the middle part or area of a body or object

adjective describing word for the middle part or area of a body or object

• The doctor examined her midsection for any signs of internal injuries.
• She always complains about how she can never seem to tone her midsection.
• I need to do more sit-ups to work on my midsection.
• The company's financial health is reflected in its midsection, the profit margins.

noun excessive use, treatment, or action beyond what is necessary or appropriate

• The excessive use of force by the police was considered overkill by many observers.
• Buying a new car just for a short commute seems like overkill to me.
• Dude, wearing a tuxedo to a casual party is total overkill.
• His constant need for attention is like emotional overkill for me.

verb the action of performing or doing something repeatedly in order to improve or master a skill

• The students spent hours practicing their musical instruments for the upcoming recital.
• I've been practicing my baking skills so I can impress everyone at the potluck.
• I'm practicing my dance moves for the party this weekend.
• She's been practicing her poker face to hide her true emotions during negotiations.

noun a shortened form of the word 'preparatory school'

• She spent hours in the library to prep for her upcoming exam.
• I need to prep for my job interview tomorrow.
• I gotta prep for the party tonight.
• He decided to prep himself mentally before facing the difficult conversation.

noun a movement or development toward a goal or a more advanced state

• The progression of the project was carefully monitored by the team leader.
• We're making good progression on our road trip so far.
• I can't believe the progression of her skills in such a short time!
• The progression of the story was like climbing a mountain, with each chapter bringing new challenges.

noun the process of regaining strength or health

• The patient is currently undergoing a period of rest and recuperation after the surgery.
• After the marathon, I took a week off for some much-needed recuperation.
• I'm feeling so drained, I need some serious R&R for some good old-fashioned recuperation.
• After a long week of work, a relaxing weekend is like a form of mental and emotional recuperation.

noun a meeting or series of meetings for discussion or training

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• The conference will include a session on the latest advancements in technology.
• Let's have a study session to prepare for the exam.
• I can't wait for our gaming session tonight.
• The therapy session helped me work through my issues.

verb To pass over or disregard something without giving it much attention or thought

• Please do not skip over any important details in the contract.
• Hey, don't skip over that section, it's important.
• Don't skip over the good parts of the book, it's really interesting.
• In order to fully understand the concept, you can't skip over the basics.

noun a foot-operated lever on a piano or organ that softens the sound by reducing the striking force of the hammers

• In order to produce a more delicate sound, pianists often use the soft pedal.
• Hey, could you press the soft pedal on the piano so it's not so loud?
• I always hit the soft pedal when I don't want my playing to be too intense.
• Sometimes in a heated discussion, it's best to use the soft pedal and avoid escalating the situation further.

noun an act of stretching or state of being stretched

verb to extend or lengthen

• It is important to stretch before engaging in any physical activity to prevent injuries.
• I always make sure to stretch before going for a run.
• I need to remember to stretch before hitting the gym.
• The company will need to stretch its budget in order to afford the new project.

noun a gradual decrease in thickness or width

verb to diminish or decrease gradually

• The doctor advised the patient to gradually taper off the medication to avoid any adverse effects.
• I'm going to taper my workout routine to prevent any injuries.
• I need to taper my spending this month and save some money.
• As the conversation continued, his voice began to taper off into a whisper.

adjective Tired is an adjective that describes a feeling of exhaustion or fatigue.

• After a long day of work, I felt extremely tired and in need of rest.
• I'm so tired after staying up late watching movies last night.
• I can't hang out tonight, I'm too tired to function.
• She was tired of the same old routine and decided to make a change.

adjective describes something that is not obstructed or hindered; free to proceed without interference

• The construction project proceeded unimpeded by any obstacles.
• The car was able to drive unimpeded down the empty road.
• She danced unimpeded through the crowd at the concert.
• His creativity flowed unimpeded as he painted on the canvas.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to indicate whether a noun is specific or unspecific

• By implementing new technologies, we aim to take our production process to the next level.
• Let's add some cool effects to this video to take it to the next level.
• Dude, we need to step up our game and take this project to the next level.
• Her dedication and hard work have really taken her career to the next level.