| Noun | 1. | cardiopulmonary exercise - exercise intended to strengthen the circulatory system jump rope - a child's game or a cardiopulmonary exercise in which the player jumps over a swinging rope exercise, exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout - the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit; "the doctor recommended regular exercise"; "he did some exercising"; "the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit" conditioner - exercise that conditions the body; "farm work can be a good conditioner" aerobic exercise, aerobics - exercise that increases the need for oxygen jogging - running at a jog trot as a form of cardiopulmonary exercise power walking - a form of cardiopulmonary exercise consisting of rapid walking accompanied by vigorous swinging of the arms |