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   exercise

   /ˈɛksəsʌɪz/

   noun

   • 1. activity requiring physical effort, carried out to sustain or improve health and fitness: "exercise improves your heart and lung power" Similar physical activitymovementexertioneffortworka workouttrainingdrillinggymnasticssportsgamesPE (physical education)PT (physical training)aerobicsstep aerobicsjoggingrunningcircuit trainingaquarobicscallisthenicsisometricseurhythmicskeep-fitdancercisebodybuildinginformal:physical jerksinformal, dated:one's daily dozentrademark:boxercise
   • 2. an activity carried out for a specific purpose: "an exercise in public relations"
   • ▪ a task set to practise or test a skill: "there are exercises at the end of each book to check comprehension" Similar taskpiece of workproblemassignmentpiece of school workpiece of homeworkétude
   • ▪ a military drill or training manoeuvre: "training exercises with the Kuwaiti army" Similar manoeuvresoperationswar gamesfield day
   • ▪ ceremonies: North American "Bar Mitzvah exercises"
   • 3. the use or application of a faculty, right, or process: "the exercise of authority" Similar useutilizationemploymentpracticeputting into practiceapplicationoperationexertionperformanceimplementationdischargeaccomplishment

   verb

   • 1. use or apply (a faculty, right, or process): "control is exercised by the Board" Similar useemploymake use ofutilizeavail oneself ofput to usepractiseapplybring to bearbring into playimplementexertwield
   • 2. engage in physical activity to sustain or improve health and fitness: "she still exercised every day" Similar work outdo exerciseskeep fittraindrillengage in physical activityinformal:pump iron
   • ▪ exert (part of the body) to promote or improve muscular strength: "raise your knee to exercise the upper leg muscles"
   • ▪ cause (an animal) to take exercise: "she exercised her dogs before breakfast"
   • 3. occupy the thoughts of; worry or perplex: "Macdougall was greatly exercised about the exchange rate" Similar worrytroubleconcernmake anxiousbotherdisturbperturbperplexpuzzledistressoccupy someone's thoughtspreoccupyprey on someone's mindgnaw atlie heavy onburdenmake uneasyagitateinformal:bugmake someone scratch their headdo someone's head inarchaic:pother

   Word Origin Middle English (in the sense ‘application of a right’): via Old French from Latin exercitium, from exercere ‘keep busy, practise’, from ex- ‘thoroughly’ + arcere ‘keep in or away’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. exercisable adjective

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › fitness › in-depthExercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity - Mayo Clinic

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   Aug 26, 2023 · Regular physical activity can improve your muscle strength and boost your endurance. Exercise sends oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and helps your cardiovascular system work more efficiently. And when your heart and lung health improve, you have more energy to tackle daily chores. 5.

3. www.who.int › health-topics › physical-activityPhysical activity - World Health Organization (WHO)

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   Jun 26, 2024 · Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that require energy expenditure. Popular ways to be active are through walking, cycling, sports and recreation, and can be done at any level of skill and for enjoyment.

4. www.health.harvard.edu › exercise-and-fitness › the-4-mostThe 4 most important types of exercise - Harvard Health

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   Aug 8, 2023 · Here, we list what you need to know about each exercise type and offer examples to try, with a doctor's okay. 1. Aerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise, which speeds up your heart rate and breathing, is important for many body functions. It gives your heart and lungs a workout and increases endurance.

5. www.healthline.com › nutrition › 10-benefits-of-exerciseThe Top 10 Benefits of Regular Exercise - Healthline

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   Nov 13, 2023 · Exercise is defined as any movement that makes your muscles work and requires your body to burn calories. There are many types of physical activity, including swimming,...

6. www.nia.nih.gov › health › exercise-and-physical-activityFour Types of Exercise and Physical Activity

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   Jun 11, 2024 · Download a PDF version (PDF, 501K). Research has shown that it’s important to get all four types of exercise: endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility. Adults should do muscle-strengthening activities at least two days a week and at least 150 minutes (2 1/2 hours) a week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, according to the ...

7. www.mayoclinic.org › healthy-lifestyle › fitnessFitness basics - Mayo Clinic

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   Mar 29, 2024 · By Mayo Clinic Staff. Starting a fitness program may be one of the best things for health. Physical activity can lower the risk of diseases, such as heart disease and cancer. Exercise can improve balance and the ability to move smoothly, called coordination.

8. www.verywellhealth.com › the-benefits-of-exercise-1746000The Health Benefits of Exercise - Verywell Health

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   Aug 11, 2023 · Print. Engaging in regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for your overall health, well-being, and longevity. Exercise helps to keep your cardiovascular system healthy, to improve your cognitive function, your mood, and your sleep, and to help you remain healthy well into your old age. lechatnoir / Getty Images.

9. www.cdc.gov › physical-activityAbout Physical Activity | Physical Activity | CDC - Centers for...

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   Dec 20, 2023 · Physical activity is one of the best things people can do to improve their health. Physical activity is vital for healthy aging. It can help reduce the chances of getting some chronic diseases and prevent early deaths. CDC works with state and local organizations to increase physical activity.

10. www.webmd.com › fitness-exercise › health-benefits-exerciseRegular Exercise: How It Can Boost Your Health - WebMD

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    Sep 13, 2023 · Exercises are activities designed to improve fitness, enhance health, and prepare your body to meet the demands of life. Physical activities like running, swimming,...

11. www.verywellhealth.com › aerobic-exercise-5218112Aerobic Exercise: Benefits, Examples and How to Get Started

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    Apr 5, 2024 · Aerobic exercise, or “with oxygen,” requires increased oxygen to supply working muscles over a prolonged period, while anaerobic training, or “without oxygen,” involves short bursts of activity in which muscles are fueled by the breakdown of their energy stores.