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The Glossary for Fitness and Health
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Doping
Deutsch: Doping / Español: Dopaje / Português: Dopagem / Français: Dopage / Italiano: Doping
Doping in Fitness refers to the use of substances or methods to enhance physical Performance, often involving Anabolic steroids, Growth hormones, or stimulants. These substances are usually banned in professional Sports and fitness competitions due to ethical, Health, and regulatory concerns.
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.
P90X
Deutsch: P90X / Español: P90X / Português: P90X / Français: P90X / Italiano: P90X
P90X (Power 90 Extreme) is an intensive home Fitness Program developed by personal trainer Tony Horton and released by Beachbody. It is designed to transform Physical Fitness through a 90-day Regimen of diverse, high-Intensity workouts, combining Strength training, cardio, Yoga, and Flexibility. P90X is particularly known for its use of "Muscle confusion," a Training principle that frequently changes exercises to avoid plateaus and maximise results.
Ujjayi
Deutsch: Ujjayi / Español: Ujjayi / Português: Ujjayi / Français: Ujjayi / Italiano: Ujjayi
Ujjayi in the Fitness context refers to a breathing technique used primarily in Yoga and certain meditative practices. Often called "victorious breath" or "ocean breath," it involves a controlled, audible breath through the nose, where the throat is slightly constricted to create a soothing, rhythmic sound. This technique is designed to enhance Focus, regulate breathing, and support physical and mental Endurance during fitness activities.