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The Glossary for Fitness and Health
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Backstroke
Deutsch: Rückenschwimmen / Español: Estilo de espalda / Português: Nado de costas / Français: Dos Crawlé / Italiano: Dorso
Backstroke in the fitness context is a swimming style performed on the back, characterised by alternating arm movements and a flutter kick. It is widely used in fitness, Rehabilitation, and competitive swimming due to its Focus on upper body strength, core stability, and cardiovascular endurance.
Clavicle
Deutsch: Schlüsselbein / Español: Clavícula / Português: Clavícula / Français: Clavicule / Italiano: Clavicola
Clavicle in the fitness context refers to the long, slender Bone connecting the sternum (breastbone) to the Scapula (shoulder blade). Commonly known as the collarbone, it plays a vital role in upper body mechanics, supporting shoulder movement, stability, and force distribution during various exercises.
Centering
Deutsch: Zentrierung / Español: Centración / Português: Centralização / Français: Centrage / Italiano: Centratura
Centering in the fitness context refers to the Practice of focusing mental and physical energy on the core of the body to enhance balance, stability, and control during exercises or physical activities. It often involves engaging the core muscles and maintaining Alignment while incorporating mindfulness or breath awareness.
Heart Rate Variability
Deutsch: Herzfrequenzvariabilität / Español: Variabilidad de la frecuencia cardíaca / Português: Variabilidade da frequência cardíaca / Français: Variabilité de la fréquence cardiaque / Italiano: Variabilità della frequenza cardiaca
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) in fitness refers to the variation in time intervals between consecutive heartbeats, measured in milliseconds. It reflects the balance and Adaptability of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS), which regulates bodily functions like Stress response, Recovery, and overall fitness.