Common English Verbs for WorkoutActivities

Common English Verbs for WorkoutActivities

Knowing the right verbs to describe your workout activities can make a big difference in communicating your routines and goals. This article highlights common verbs used when discussing various types of exercise.

Cardio Exercises

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  Run
  
  : To move at a fast pace on foot.
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  Jog
  
  : To run at a slower pace.
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  Walk
  
  : To move on foot at a moderate pace.
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  Swim
  
  : To move through water using your limbs.
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  Cycle
  
  : To ride a bicycle.
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  Row
  
  : To propel a boat or exercise machine using oars.
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  Sprint
  
  : To run very fast for a short distance.
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  Jogging
  
  (verb form):To engage in the act of jogging.

Strength Training Exercises

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  Lift
  
  : To raise or move something heavy.
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  Squat
  
  : To lower your body until your thighs areparallel to the ground, then return to standing.
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  Push
  
  : To exert force against something to make it move.
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  Pull
  
  : To exert force on something to move it towards you.
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  Bench press
  
  : To lift weights while lying on a bench.
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  Deadlift
  
  : To raise a heavy weight from the floor.
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  Perform
  
  : To complete an exercise or a set of exercises.
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  Do push-ups
  
  : To perform a common upper body workout exercise.

Other Workout Activities

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  Stretch
  
  : To extend a muscle or group of muscles.
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  Warm up
  
  : To prepare the bodyfor exercise by performing light movements.
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  Cool down
  
  : To lessen the intensity of exercise after a workout to help the body return to a resting state.
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  Exercise
  
  : To do physical activity to improve strength or health.
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  Train
  
  : To engage in a specific program of exercises for development of strength and fitness.

This is not an exhaustive list, but it should provide a good starting point for describing your workout activities in English.