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The Glossary for Fitness and Health
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Antioxidants
Deutsch: Antioxidantien / Español: Antioxidantes / Português: Antioxidantes / Français: Antioxydants / Italiano: Antiossidanti
Antioxidants in the fitness context refer to substances that help protect the body’s cells from damage caused by free radicals, which are molecules produced during exercise and other metabolic processes. By neutralizing these free radicals, antioxidants play a crucial role in reducing oxidative stress, supporting recovery, enhancing performance, and promoting overall health in athletes and fitness enthusiasts.
Anterior cruciate ligament
Deutsch: Vordere Kreuzband / Español: Ligamento cruzado anterior / Português: Ligamento cruzado anterior / Français: Ligament croisé antérieur / Italiano: Legamento crociato anteriore
The Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is one of the four main ligaments in the knee joint, playing a crucial role in stabilising the knee during movement. In the fitness context, the ACL is essential for activities that involve jumping, pivoting, running, and quick directional changes, such as in sports like basketball, football, or skiing. ACL injuries are common among athletes and can significantly impact performance and recovery time, often requiring surgery and extensive rehabilitation.
Diarthrosis
Deutsch: Diarthrose / Español: Diartrosis / Português: Diartrose / Français: Diarthrose / Italiano: Diartrosi
Diarthrosis in the fitness context refers to a type of joint, also known as a synovial joint, which is characterized by its high degree of mobility. Diarthrosis joints are pivotal in the field of fitness because they enable a wide range of movements essential for various physical activities and exercises.
Inhibition
Deutsch: Hemmung / Español: Inhibición / Português: Inibição / Français: Inhibition / Italiano: Inibizione
Inhibition in the fitness context refers to the suppression or regulation of muscular activity or neural signals, often occurring during exercises or Rehabilitation to achieve proper movement patterns or prevent Injury. It can also describe the intentional relaxation of overactive muscles to facilitate better Performance of opposing muscle groups.