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In the fitness context, an axis refers to an imaginary line around which a movement or exercise is performed. Understanding the concept of an axis is important for proper execution of exercises, as it allows the body to move in a safe and effective way.
Active Stretch/Active Stretching means muscles are stretched requiring the opposite muscle contraction.
Appetite Suppressants refer to medications that act upon the brain, "tricking" it into believing that it is not hungry or that it's full.
Accommodating Resistance refers to the increase in resistance through the range of motion. Nautilus machines are designed to provide accommodating resistance.
Strength training equipment where the machine varies amount of weight being lifted to match strength curve for a particular exercise -
Acceleration refers mostly to the rate of change in velocity. In the context of fitness it also means:
Abs is the abbreviation or short cut for abdominal muscles. A set of eight small Muscles located below the chest.