Fitness Glossary
Speed
The ability to move quickly across the ground or through air, often measured in meters per second....
Balance
The ability to maintain control of body position while stationary or moving....
Muscular Endurance
The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to sustain repeated contractions over an extended period...
Body Composition
The ratio of fat mass to lean mass (muscles, bones, organs) in the body, often used to assess fitnes...
Anaerobic Exercise
Exercise that does not rely on oxygen and is performed in short bursts of high intensity, such as sp...
Progressive Overload
The gradual increase of stress placed upon the body during training, essential for muscle growth and...
Dynamic Stretching
Stretching that involves movement and mimics the motions of exercises, often used to prepare muscles...
Isometric Exercise
A type of exercise in which the muscle contracts without changing its length, such as holding a plan...
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
A training method that alternates between short bursts of intense activity and periods of rest or lo...