Weightlifting Techniques

noun a weight or force that balances or offsets another

verb to have an equal and opposite effect on something

• The weights on each side of the scale act as a counterbalance to ensure accurate measurements.
• Adding more veggies to your plate can counterbalance all those carbs you've been eating.
• Dude, you gotta counterbalance all that junk food with some exercise.
• His sense of humor always serves as a counterbalance to her serious nature.

verb to make a sudden, sharp movement

adjective characterized by sudden, sharp movements

• The machine malfunctioned due to the jerking motion of the gears.
• Stop jerking around and focus on the task at hand.
• He was jerking his arm trying to show off his muscles.
• The sudden jerking of the car on the bumpy road made her feel nauseous.

verb to set free; release

adjective not firmly or tightly fixed in place; detached or able to be detached

• The bolt was loose and needed to be tightened immediately.
• I always feel more comfortable in loose clothing.
• I can't believe you're still hanging out with that loose cannon.
• After the breakup, she felt like a loose thread in the fabric of her life.

noun a small or cramped dwelling or business premises

verb to crouch or sit with one's knees bent and one's heels close to or touching one's buttocks

adjective short and thick; disproportionately short and thick

• The fitness instructor demonstrated the proper form for a squat.
• I can feel the burn in my legs after doing squats at the gym.
• I'm going to squat at the park later to hang out with my friends.
• The company decided to squat on the property until they could find a buyer.

noun a high-intensity fitness program incorporating elements from several sports and types of exercise

• Many athletes swear by the benefits of participating in CrossFit training programs.
• I'm thinking about trying out CrossFit to get in better shape.
• CrossFit is no joke, it will definitely push you to your limits.
• CrossFit is like a mental and physical challenge that helps you grow stronger in every aspect of your life.