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Anabolismus / Español: Anabolismo / Português: Anabolismo / Français: Anabolisme / Italiano: Anabolismo
Anabolic in the fitness context refers to processes, substances, or practices that promote the growth, development, and repair of muscle tissues and overall body strength. Anabolism is the opposite of catabolism, which involves the breakdown of tissues. In fitness, the term "anabolic" is commonly associated with muscle-building activities, such as weightlifting, nutrition, and the use of anabolic steroids.
Deutsch: Abdomen / Español: Abdomen / Português: Abdómen / Français: Abdomen / Italiano: Addome
Abdominal another name for --->'Abdominal Muscle' or abs
Deutsch: Absorption / Español: Absorción / Português: Absorção / Français: Absorption / Italiano: Assorbimento
Absorption in the fitness context refers to the body's ability to take in and utilize nutrients, primarily from the food and supplements consumed, to support overall health, energy production, and muscle recovery. It plays a critical role in ensuring that the body receives the essential vitamins, minerals, proteins, and other nutrients necessary for optimal physical performance and well-being. Achieving efficient absorption is vital for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone aiming to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Deutsch: Amine / Español: Amina / Português: Amina / Français: Amine / Italiano: Ammine
In the realm of fitness and nutrition, amino refers to amino acids, the fundamental building blocks of protein. These organic compounds play a crucial role in muscle growth, recovery, and overall health. This article explores the meaning of amino in the fitness context, its application areas, well-known examples, potential risks, and provides sentences illustrating its usage in different grammatical forms.
Absolute Strength refers to the maximum amount a person can lift in one repetition - the most force the muscle can produce in a single voluntary effort.
English: Aerobic / Deutsch: Aerobic / Español: Aeróbico / Português: Aeróbico / Français: Aérobic / Italiano: Aerobica /
Aerobic, in the fitness context, refers to a type of exercise that stimulates and strengthens the heart and lungs while improving overall cardiovascular fitness. It involves rhythmic, repetitive movements that increase the body's demand for oxygen and, in turn, enhance its ability to transport and utilize oxygen efficiently. Aerobic exercises are characterized by their moderate intensity, sustained duration, and the use of large muscle groups. They are essential for improving endurance, burning calories, and promoting good cardiovascular health.
Deutsch: Gesamte Muskulaturaktion / Español: Acción Muscular Agregada / Português: Ação Muscular Agregada / Français: Action Musculaire Agrégée / Italiano: Azione Muscolare Aggregata /
Aggregate Muscle Action refer to the muscles working together in groups rather than independently to achieve given joint motions.
Deutsch: Aktivität / Español: Actividad / Português: Atividade / Français: Activité / Italiano: Attività /
In the fitness context, 'activity' refers to any physical movement or exercise that promotes health, fitness, and overall well-being. Engaging in regular physical activity is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, managing weight, improving cardiovascular health, strengthening muscles and bones, and enhancing mental well-being.
Deutsch: Maximale Sauerstoffaufnahme / Español: Capacidad Aeróbica / Português: Capacidade Aeróbica / Français: Capacité Aérobie / Italiano: Capacità Aerobica
Aerobic capacity is another term for maximal oxygen uptake or VO2 Max. it is the maximum amount of oxygen that an individual's body can use during exercise. It is also known as VO2 max (maximal oxygen uptake) and is considered an important measure of cardiorespiratory fitness. Aerobic capacity can be improved through regular aerobic exercise such as running, swimming, or cycling.