anaerobic exercise

noun phrase

Meaning

Physical activity that breaks down glucose for energy without using oxygen, typically involving short bursts of high-intensity movement.

Examples

Weightlifting is a classic form of anaerobic exercise that builds muscle mass.
High-intensity interval training, or HIIT, is designed to maximize the benefits of anaerobic exercise.

Synonyms: high-intensity training, resistance training, sprint training, glycolytic training

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anaerobic exercise

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˌæn.əˈroʊ.bɪk ˈek.sɚ.saɪz/

Definition

Physical activity that breaks down glucose for energy without using oxygen, typically involving short bursts of high-intensity movement.

Examples

Weightlifting is a classic form of anaerobic exercise that builds muscle mass.
High-intensity interval training, or HIIT, is designed to maximize the benefits of anaerobic exercise.

Synonyms of anaerobic exercise

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Antonyms of anaerobic exercise

Words with the opposite meaning to anaerobic exercise:

aerobic exercise

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