Bodyweight exercise
Bodyweight exercise
Bodyweight exercise is a type of strength training in which the individual's own weight is used as resistance. The aim of bodyweight exercise is to improve muscle strength, flexibility, and balance.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈbɒdiweɪt ˈɛksəˌsaɪz/
Etymology
The term "bodyweight exercise" is derived from the words "body" and "weight", referring to the use of the body's own weight as resistance, and "exercise", which refers to physical activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive for the purpose of conditioning any part of the body.
Related terms
- Calisthenics: A form of exercise consisting of a variety of movements which exercise large muscle groups, such as running, standing, grasping, pushing, etc.
- Plyometrics: A type of exercise training designed to produce fast, powerful movements, and improve the functions of the nervous system.
- Isometrics: A type of strength training in which the joint angle and muscle length do not change during contraction.
- Yoga: A physical, mental, and spiritual practice that originated in ancient India. It involves a series of postures, breathing exercises, and meditation.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bodyweight exercise
- Wikipedia's article - Bodyweight exercise
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