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Key Exercise Vocabulary - Swimming

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Key Exercise Vocabulary
swimming
swimming
[noun]

the act of moving our bodies through water with the use of our arms and legs, particularly as a sport

Ex: He learned how to do the front crawl stroke in swimming lessons. 
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water
water
[noun]

a liquid with no smell, taste, or color, that falls from the sky as rain, and is used for washing, cooking, drinking, etc.

Ex: I accidentally spilled water on my laptop, and now it won't turn on. 
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arm
arm
[noun]

one of the two body parts that is connected to the shoulder and ends with fingers

Ex: He got a sunburn on his arm after spending the day at the beach. 
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leg
leg
[noun]

each of the two long body parts that we use when we walk

Ex: He stretched his legs before going for a run to prevent muscle cramps. 
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to swim
to swim
[Verb]

to move through water by moving parts of the body, typically arms and legs

Ex: My sister swims every morning before breakfast. 
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pool
pool
[noun]

a container of water that people can swim in

Ex: The community center has an indoor pool where families can enjoy swimming together regardless of the weather outside. 
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lake
lake
[noun]

a large area of water, surrounded by land

Ex: A small island in the middle of the lake was home to a variety of birds. 
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sea
sea
[noun]

the salt water that covers most of the earth’s surface and surrounds its continents and islands

Ex: I hear the sound of seagulls near the sea. 
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healthy
healthy
[Adjective]

making someone feel well or showing good health

Ex: A good night's sleep is necessary for staying healthy. 
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to help
to help
[Verb]

to make something easier, particularly by improving the situation

Ex: Seeking therapy can help improve mental health. 
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body
body
[noun]

our or an animal's hands, legs, head, and every other part together

Ex: She enjoys yoga because it helps her connect with her body and find inner balance. 
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to stay
to stay
[Verb]

to continue to be in a particular condition or state

Ex: Despite the challenges, she managed to stay calm throughout the emergency. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

having a lot of physical power

Ex: He was able to lift the heavy box because he was so strong. 
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muscle
muscle
[noun]

a piece of body tissue that is made tight or relaxed when we want to move a particular part of our body

Ex: He massaged his sore muscles to ease the tension. 
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heart
heart
[noun]

the body part that pushes the blood to go to all parts of our body

Ex: He couldn't hide the happiness in his heart when he saw his loved ones after a long time. 
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lung
lung
[noun]

each of the two organs in the chest that helps one breathe

Ex: The lungs are essential organs responsible for exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide with the bloodstream during respiration. 
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to work
to work
[Verb]

to operate or function properly

Ex: The elevator is not working, we have to take the stairs. 
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child
child
[noun]

a young person who has not reached puberty or adulthood yet

Ex: As parents, we should prioritize the well-being and safety of our children at all times. 
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should
should
[Verb]

used to say what is suitable, right, etc., particularly when one is disapproving of something

Ex: You should always show respect to your elders. 
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adult
adult
[noun]

a fully grown man or woman

Ex: Adults have the freedom to make their own decisions and choices. 
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alone
alone
[Adverb]

without anyone else

Ex: He likes to eat lunch alone and enjoy some quiet time. 
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to float
to float
[Verb]

to be in motion on a body of water or current of air at a slow pace

Ex: As the paper boat was set adrift, it started to float lazily along the tranquil pond. 
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to kick
to kick
[Verb]

to move your legs in a forceful or rapid motion

Ex: The child kicked her legs excitedly while sitting on her swing. 
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breathing
breathing
[noun]

the action of taking air into the lungs and sending it out again

Ex: Proper breathing techniques are essential in meditation for relaxation. 
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important
important
[Adjective]

having a lot of value

Ex: Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources. 
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while
while
[conjunction]

used to indicate a period of time during which an action takes place or a state of affairs exists, often denoting simultaneous or concurrent events

Ex: The children played outside while the sun was shining. 
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to take
to take
[Verb]

to allow the entry of a substance

Ex: The leaky roof was taking rainwater into the attic. 
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exercise
exercise
[noun]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

Ex: He avoids strenuous exercise due to his heart condition. 
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to cool down

to decrease in temperature

Ex: As the sun set, the temperature started to cool down, bringing relief from the heat. 
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safe
safe
[Adjective]

protected from any danger

Ex: The children are quite safe here, playing under the watchful eye of their parents. 
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place
place
[noun]

the part of space where someone or something is or they should be

Ex: I want to find a new place to eat dinner tonight. 
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deep
deep
[Adjective]

having a great distance from the surface to the bottom

Ex: The ocean is incredibly deep, with some parts reaching depths of over 36,000 feet. 
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swimmer
swimmer
[noun]

a person who swims for leisure, exercise, or competition

Ex: The swimmer dived into the pool. 
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to wear
to wear
[Verb]

to have something such as clothes, shoes, etc. on your body

Ex: She decided to wear a beautiful dress to the party. 
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life jacket

a special type of vest worn to help keep a person afloat in water, especially in case of an emergency

Ex: The children put on their life jackets before boarding the kayak. 
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beginner
beginner
[noun]

someone who has just started to learn or do something; a person who is new to a field or activity

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mind
mind
[noun]

the ability in a person that makes them think, feel, or imagine

Ex: She has a brilliant mind for solving puzzles. 
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relaxed
relaxed
[Adjective]

feeling calm and at ease without tension or stress

Ex: After a long day at work, he enjoys taking a hot bath to feel relaxed and unwind. 
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