Learning Exercise Names in Mandarin Pinyin

Learning Exercise Names in Mandarin Pinyin

This article provides a list of common exercise names in Mandarin Chinese, written using Pinyin. Knowing these names will be helpful for understanding fitness classes, workout routines, and general exercise vocabulary. This list is not exhaustive, but covers a range of popular exercises.

Basic Exercises

• Push-ups:
  
  pūshū
  
• Sit-ups:
  
  sìtǔ
  
• Squats:
  
  sīkuà
  
• Lunges:
  
  lóngjī
  
• Jumping Jacks:
  
  jiàpíngjiǎo
  
• Running:
  
  pǎobù
  
• Walking:
  
  zǒulù
  

More Advanced Exercises

• Plank:
  
  píngbǎn
  
• Bicycle Crunches:
  
  zìxíngchēcūn
  
• Burpees:
  
  bùpǔsī
  
• Deadlifts:
  
  (may vary, often translated)
  
• Bench Press:
  
  (may vary, often translated)
  
• Rows:
  
  (may vary, often translated)
  

Important Note on Translations

Direct translations for more complex exercises likedeadlifts, bench presses, and rows may not have single, universally recognized Pinyin equivalents. The translations provided here are common, but it’s often necessary to look up specific exercise names within the context of a fitness class or workout routine.

This list is a starting point forlearning exercise names in Mandarin Pinyin. Practicing with native speakers and engaging in physical activities with Mandarin speakers will greatly improve your vocabulary.