Glossary B

Deutsch: Balance / Español: Equilibrio / Português: Equilíbrio / Français: Équilibre / Italiano: Equilibrio /

Balance is a term to describe the dynamics of body posture to prevent falling.

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BMR is the acronym of --->Basal Metabolic Rate

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BMI is the acronym of --->Body Mass Index.
A number calculated using a persons height and mass, which gives a indication of total body Fat content.

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Buffer refers to a substance that minimizes changes in hydrogen-ion concentration (pH). It is used to help reduce lactic acid buildup during strenuous exercise.

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Deutsch: Biomechanik / Español: Biomecánica / Português: Biomecânica / Français: Biomécanique / Italiano: Biomeccanica

Biomechanics in the fitness context refers to the application of mechanical principles to the human body during movement and exercise. It involves studying how muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments work together to produce movements and how these movements can be improved, optimized, and made safer through better understanding and application of mechanical laws.

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Deutsch: Körper / Español: Cuerpo / Português: Corpo / Français: Corps / Italiano: Corpo /

The body is the physical visible part of an individual. "Body" often is used in connection with fitness and health issues. This is, why we made this glossary.

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Deutsch: Körperzusammensetzung / Español: Composición corporal / Português: Composição corporal / Français: Composition corporelle / Italiano: Composizione corporea /

Body Composition is defined in physical fitness as the percentage of fat, muscle, and bone in the body.

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