Glossary L

Deutsch: Leiter / Español: Líder / Português: Líder / Français: Leader / Italiano: Leader

Leader in the fitness context refers to an individual who guides, motivates, and supports others in their fitness journey, often playing the role of a coach, instructor, or fitness trainer. A fitness leader helps set goals, designs exercise programs, and provides encouragement to ensure that individuals or groups reach their health and fitness objectives.

Deutsch: Heben / Español: Levantamiento / Português: Levantamento / Français: Levage / Italian: Sollevamento

Lifting in the fitness context refers to the activity of lifting weights or resistance to build muscle strength, increase endurance, improve overall fitness, and enhance body composition. It includes a variety of exercises using free weights (like dumbbells and barbells), machines, kettlebells, or bodyweight. Lifting, often synonymous with strength training or resistance training, is a fundamental component of fitness routines and is beneficial for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Deutsch: Linsen / Español: Lentejas / Português: Lentilhas / Français: Lentilles / Italiano: Lenticchie

Lentils in the fitness context refer to small, lens-shaped legumes that are rich in protein, complex carbohydrates, and essential nutrients. They are commonly included in fitness diets due to their ability to support muscle recovery, provide sustained energy, and promote overall health. Lentils are especially popular among vegetarians, vegans, and those looking to diversify their protein sources.

Deutsch: Beinkraft / Español: Fuerza de piernas / Português: Força das pernas / Français: Force des jambes / Italiano: Forza delle gambe

Leg strength in the fitness context refers to the power and endurance of the muscles in the lower body, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, calves, and smaller stabilizing muscles. Strong legs are essential for a wide range of physical activities, from daily movements like walking and climbing stairs to athletic performance in sports, as well as for maintaining balance, posture, and overall mobility.

Deutsch: Niedriger Blutzucker / Español: Hipoglucemia / Português: Baixo nível de açúcar no sangue / Français: Hypoglycémie / Italian: Basso livello di zucchero nel sangue

Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is a condition characterized by an abnormally low level of glucose in the blood. In the fitness context, managing blood sugar levels is crucial for maintaining energy, performance, and overall health during exercise.

Deutsch: Tiefer Ausfallschritt / Español: Postura de la Zancada Baja / Português: Postura de Lunge Baixo / Français: Posture de la Fente Basse / Italian: Posizione dell'Affondo Basso

Low Lunge Pose is a fundamental yoga posture known as Anjaneyasana. This pose is commonly used in yoga and fitness routines to improve flexibility, strengthen the lower body, and enhance balance and coordination. It involves a deep lunge with one knee on the ground and the other leg bent at a right angle, with the arms either raised overhead or resting on the front thigh.

Deutsch: Leucin / Español: Leucina / Português: Leucina / Français: Leucine / Italian: Leucina

Leucine is an essential amino acid that plays a critical role in muscle protein synthesis, energy production, and overall muscle recovery. In the fitness context, leucine is highly valued for its ability to stimulate muscle growth and improve athletic performance.

Deutsch: Latissimus dorsi / Español: Latissimus dorsi / Português: Latissimus dorsi / Français: Latissimus dorsi / Italian: Latissimus dorsi

Latissimus dorsi is a large, flat muscle on the back that stretches to the sides, behind the arm, and is partly covered by the trapezius on the back near the midline. It plays a crucial role in various upper body movements and is often targeted in fitness routines to enhance strength and aesthetics.

Deutsch: Leichte Streichungen / Español: Golpes ligeros / Português: Toques leves / Français: Effleurements légers / Italiano: Colpi leggeri

Light strokes in the fitness context refer to a gentle massage technique used to soothe muscles and stimulate circulation. This method is often incorporated into cool-down routines or recovery sessions to aid in muscle relaxation and promote healing after intense physical activity.

Deutsch: Durchlässiger Darm / Español: Intestino permeable / Português: Intestino permeável / Français: Intestin perméable / Italiano: Intestino permeabile

Leaky gut, also known as increased intestinal permeability, in the fitness context, is a condition where the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, allowing undigested food particles, toxic waste products, and bacteria to "leak" through the intestines into the bloodstream. This phenomenon is of particular concern in fitness and health circles due to its supposed impact on overall health, including the physical performance and recovery of athletes.