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The Glossary for Fitness and Health
The Glossary for Fitness and Health informs you about all relevant things regarding your fitness and health.
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Axial Skeleton
Deutsch: Axiales Skelett / Español: Esqueleto axial / Português: Esqueleto axial / Français: Squelette axial / Italiano: Scheletro assiale
Axial skeleton in the Fitness context refers to the central framework of the human Body, consisting of the skull, vertebral column (Spine), ribs, and sternum. It provides structural support, protects vital organs, and serves as a key attachment site for Muscles involved in Posture, breathing, and core Stability.
Bypass
Bypass in the fitness context generally refers to strategies or exercises designed to work around physical limitations or injuries. Rather than referencing a specific exercise or routine, the concept of a bypass in fitness involves adapting workout plans to accommodate an individual's unique needs or restrictions, ensuring they can continue to train effectively without aggravating an injury or condition.
Bodyindex
Deutsch: Körperindex / Español: Índice Corporal / Português: Índice Corporal / Français: Indice Corporel / Italiano: Indice Corporeo
Body Index in the fitness context typically refers to various metrics and measurements used to assess and categorize an individual's body composition, fitness level, and health risks based on specific bodily parameters. One of the most well-known and widely used body indexes is the Body Mass Index (BMI), which calculates the relationship between weight and height to categorize individuals into different weight status categories.
Hypertrophy
Deutsch: Hypertrophie / Español: Hipertrofia / Português: Hipertrofia / Français: Hypertrophie / Italiano: Ipertrofia
Hypertrophy in the fitness context refers to the increase in muscle size as a Result of Resistance training or other forms of physical exercise. It occurs when the muscle fibres grow in response to progressive overload, which involves gradually increasing the demands placed on the muscles during Strength training. Hypertrophy is a key goal for bodybuilders, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts aiming to enhance muscle mass, strength, and aesthetic appearance.