Fitness Glossary
Concentric Contraction
A type of muscle contraction in which the muscle shortens as it generates force, like during the upw...
Eccentric Contraction
A muscle contraction where the muscle lengthens under tension, often occurring in the lowering phase...
Mind-Muscle Connection
The practice of consciously focusing on the muscle being used during exercise to enhance muscle enga...
Calisthenics
A form of exercise involving bodyweight movements to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance....
VO2 Max
The maximum rate of oxygen consumption measured during incremental exercise, a key indicator of card...
Muscle Tone
The natural tension in the muscle at rest, which can be enhanced through strength training and fat r...
Mobility
The ability of a joint to move through its full range of motion....
Aerobic Exercise
Exercise that relies on oxygen intake to sustain activity, usually performed at moderate intensity o...
Power
The ability to exert a maximal force in as short a time as possible, such as in jumping or sprinting...