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aerobics

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aer·o·bics  (â-rbks)
n. (used with a sing. or pl. verb)
1. A system of physical conditioning designed to enhance circulatory and respiratory efficiency that involves vigorous sustained exercise, such as jogging, swimming, or cycling.
2. A program of physical fitness that involves such exercise.

[From aerobic.]

aerobics
Noun
exercises to increase the amount of oxygen in the blood and strengthen the heart and lungs

aerobics
a form of physical activity characterized by strenuous exercise of many muscle groups and intended to increase muscle tone and cardiovascular fitness. — aerobic, adj.
See also: Athletics
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.aerobicsaerobics - exercise that increases the need for oxygen
cardiopulmonary exercise - exercise intended to strengthen the circulatory system
Translations
Spanish aerobics [ɛəˈrəubɪks] nsgaerobic m; aerobismo (LAM)
French aerobics [ɛəˈrəubɪks] naérobic m
German aerobics [ɛəˈrəubɪks] aero nAerobic nt
Italian aerobics [ɛəˈrəubɪks] naerobica

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