Glossary

• Gainz

  Gainz can only be obtained from Pre-Workout, Intra-Workout, Post-Workout drinks, branded gym clothing & Instagram posts – very hard to detect to a naked eye.

• Adjustments

  The number of adjustable positions available on the equipment.

• Bench Height

  The height of a bench-press is measured from the floor to the highest point on the device. For adjustable benches, however, this is not measured in an upright (incline) position, rather the height is taken while in a flat position. This allows for a better frame of reference when comparing to other non-adjustable weight benches.

  

• Zumba

  Zumba is an exercise class which combines step aerobics and Latin dance rhythms. Several of its variations include Zumba Gold, Zumba Step, Zumba Toning, Aqua Zumba, and Zumba Sentao.

• Working sets

  Working sets refer to the actual strength training sets of your workout. These exclude the warm-up and cool down sets which are done before and after the working sets, respectively.

• Work in

  When another individual wants to work in with you at the gym, he is asking if it’s all right to take turns using a machine you’re already using. Whilst you’re resting, he will crank out reps on the machine.

• Volume

  Volume pertains to the total amount of weight or resistance an individual lifts during a workout. One can compute the total volume by multiplying the total weight, reps, and sets for that exercise session.

• V-taper

  Individuals with chiseled physiques have a V-taper, which refers to a V-shaped torso as a result of having wide shoulders and a small waistline. Many bodybuilders have a V-tapered upper body.

• TRX®

  This refers to TRX® suspension training, which relies mainly on heavy-duty adjustable straps so your body weight and gravity create the resistance for the exercises. Examples include TRX® push-ups and TRX® chest presses.

• Tris

  This term refers to the triceps muscles, which are found on the posterior portion of the upper arms. The triceps help extend the arm at the elbow and support the rotator cuff muscles.

• Treadmill

  This is an indoor cardiovascular exercise machine which lets you walk, jog, or run in place. Many treadmills allow the user to do cardio on an inclined surface, therefore increasing the intensity level.

• Train to failure

  When you train to failure, the weight you are lifting is heavy enough that you struggle to complete the last couple of reps while maintaining correct technique and form.

  Lee Priest says, “When you say failure, I never got to the point where I had to drop something or I fell down… If I had a spotter there, I’d get to the point where I probably couldn’t push it and he’d just have to give me just a tiny bit.”

  The general rule is if you’re going for 10 reps and you get to 8 easy then it’s time to add more weight. The last two reps that you’re aiming for should be a struggle.