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B2 Level Wordlist - Working Out

Here you will learn some English words about working out, such as "barbell", "athletic", "aerobics", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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CEFR B2 Vocabulary
aerobics
aerobics
[noun]

a type of exercise that is designed to make one's lungs and heart stronger, often performed with music

Ex: The instructor led a session of high-energy aerobics, including jumping jacks and step exercises. 
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athletic
athletic
[Adjective]

related to athletes or their career

Ex: The athletic competition drew athletes from across the country to compete in various events. 
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locker room

a room in a school, etc. that contains lockers in which people can change their clothes

Ex: The football players gathered in the locker room to discuss strategy before the big game. 
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barbell
barbell
[noun]

a metal bar with heavy discs hanging at each end, used in bodybuilding

Ex: He performed squats with a barbell across his shoulders to target his leg and lower body muscles. 
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dumbbell
dumbbell
[noun]

two heavy discs with a short handle in between, used in bodybuilding

Ex: He lifted a pair of dumbbells during his workout to build muscle and increase strength. 
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cross trainer

a piece of equipment at a gym with two parts that one stands on while holding two bars and pushing each part and bar as an exercise

Ex: She prefers using the cross trainer at the gym for a low-impact cardio workout. 
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horizontal bar

a bar fixed horizontally above the ground for used for various exercises requiring gripping and pulling motions

Ex: Gymnasts practice their routines on the horizontal bar, showcasing their strength and agility. 
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jump rope
jump rope
[noun]

a rope with a handle on each end that is swung over a person's head and under their feet as they jump

Ex: Every morning, Sarah spends ten minutes using her jump rope to start her day with some cardio exercise. 
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mat
mat
[noun]

a thick plastic or rubber material used in particular sports for landing or lying on

Ex: After the workout, he rolled up the mat and stored it in the designated area for exercise equipment. 
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multigym
multigym
[noun]

a piece of exercise equipment designed to improve different muscles of the body

Ex: The home gym was equipped with a multigym that included a bench press, leg press, and pull-down machine. 
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pommel horse

a piece of gymnastics equipment with two handles on its surface by which gymnasts can perform particular moves on

Ex: The gymnast performed a flawless routine on the pommel horse, showcasing his strength and agility. 
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rowing machine

a piece of exercise equipment with a bar and a sliding seat that improves the same muscles engaged in rowing

Ex: Lisa uses the rowing machine at the gym to improve her cardiovascular fitness and build muscle strength. 
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punching bag

a hanging stuffed bag that is often used for practicing punching and striking techniques in boxing and martial arts

Ex: The boxer spent hours training with the punching bag to perfect his jabs and hooks. 
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trampoline

a piece of exercise equipment that consists of a stretchy cloth attached to a frame on which people can jump for fun or exercise

Ex: The children spent the afternoon bouncing on the trampoline in the backyard. 
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treadmill
treadmill
[noun]

a fitness machine with a moving surface that allows people to walk or run in one place for exercise

Ex: She used the treadmill at the gym for her daily cardio workout, setting a steady pace for 30 minutes. 
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to bounce
to bounce
[Verb]

to jump up and down over and over again, especially on a stretchy surface

Ex: The kids couldn't contain their excitement as they began to bounce on the trampoline in the backyard. 
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to hop
to hop
[Verb]

to jump using one leg

Ex: During the sack race, the children had to hop to the finish line with one leg inside the sack. 
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to stretch

to extend one's body parts or one's entire body to full length

Ex: Every morning, she begins her day with a series of yoga poses to stretch her body and improve flexibility. 
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to strengthen

to make something more powerful

Ex: Regular exercise can strengthen your muscles and improve overall fitness. 
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to squat
to squat
[Verb]

to go to a position in which the knees are bent and the back of thighs are touching or very close to one's heels

Ex: During the workout, the fitness instructor demonstrated how to squat properly. 
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to sweat
to sweat
[Verb]

to produce small drops of liquid on the surface of one's skin

Ex: After a long run, he began to sweat profusely. 
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chin-up
chin-up
[noun]

an exercise for the arms in which one hangs from a bar and tries to pull oneself up until the chin is above the bar

Ex: He did ten chin-ups in a row as part of his daily workout routine. 
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push-up
push-up
[noun]

an exercise in which one lies face down and tries to raise one's body off the ground by pushing against the floor

Ex: She performed a series of push-ups to build upper body strength and improve her fitness. 
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sit-up
sit-up
[noun]

an exercise in which a person can strengthen their stomach muscles by constantly changing from lying to sitting position without moving the legs

Ex: She performed a set of sit-ups to strengthen her abdominal muscles during her workout. 
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jumping jack

an exercise that is performed by jumping from a standing position with legs both spread wide and the hands touching overhead and then returning to a position with the feet together and the arms at the sides

Ex: The warm-up routine began with a set of jumping jacks to get everyone's heart rates up. 
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to massage

to press or rub a part of a person's body, typically with the hands, to make them feel refreshed

Ex: The spa therapist used aromatic oils to massage the client's back, promoting relaxation. 
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muscle memory

the body's ability to recover and rebuild muscle more efficiently after a period of inactivity

Ex: After a few weeks away from the gym, she found that her muscle memory helped her quickly return to her previous lifting weights. 
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six-pack
six-pack
[noun]

a person's strong stomach muscles that are easily visible

Ex: The athlete worked hard on his core exercises to achieve a well-defined six-pack. 
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martial arts

any type of sports that include fighting which are especially originated in the Far East, such as judo, kung fu, etc.

Ex: He has been studying martial arts since he was a child, starting with karate and later branching out into jiu-jitsu. 
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to weight-lift

to lift heavy weights as a form of exercise or strength training

Ex: He weight-lifts at the gym three times a week to build muscle. 
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to work out

to exercise in order to get healthier or stronger

Ex: I work out with a friend to make the exercise routine more enjoyable. 
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pace
pace
[noun]

a person's speed when walking, moving, or running

Ex: The runner maintained a steady pace throughout the marathon, ensuring they did not tire out too quickly. 
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to burn off

to consume energy by doing physical activity

Ex: Swimming is a full-body exercise that can help burn off calories efficiently. 
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dressing room

a room for athletes to change clothes and prepare for their competition or game

Ex: The gym's dressing room was equipped with lockers and benches, making it convenient for members to change and store their belongings. 
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pound for pound

used to describe the comparative skill, strength, or ability of athletes regardless of their size or weight, especially in boxing

Ex: Pound for pound, she's one of the strongest athletes on the team. 
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