This refers to the capacity to perform an exercise’s movement toward a particular direction to the fullest possible extent. It refers to a joint’s range of flexion and extension.

This refers to the number of times you train a specific body part weekly. Experts believe training each body part two to three times weekly produces optimal results.

This refers to how an individual performs a particular exercise. Fitness experts say proper form produces the best results because it triggers more response from the muscles and prevents injuries.

Cleansing the muscle of toxins and other components such as glycogen.

An elliptical is a type of cardiovascular equipment found in most gyms which has two handle bars and two platforms for the feet. It also works the quads, hamstrings, and calves.

This refers to the negative or lowering part of the lift. Fitness experts believe increasing tension during the eccentric phase leads to more muscle growth because that’s when muscle damage occurs.

The term “donkey” refers to donkey calf raises, a classic lower body exercise for the calves where another individual or two ride the back of the person executing the movement.

This is an upper body bodyweight compound exercise where one uses a dips station or places his palms on a bench. The dips target mainly the chest and triceps.

As the term implies, deload means to recover from one’s training program for a few days or so. This entails lessening the volume and intensity of the workouts.

Definition pertains to the intricate details of a person’s musculature and physique. A defined individual is someone who’s cut, ripped, or shredded.

Doing exercises in a decline position means you tilt the bench toward the floor instead of toward the ceiling (incline) or a neutral position (flat). A typical example is decline bench presses.

A cue is a short and simple instruction typically from a certified personal trainer which helps guide an individual so he performs an exercise correctly.

A person who does CrossFit training.

Compound exercises are movements which target several muscle groups simultaneously. Examples include bench presses, dips, squats, and deadlifts.

CNS refers to the central nervous system, which is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord. It regulates one’s thoughts, movements, breathing, emotions, heart rate, and body temperature.

A clean diet refers to a nutrition plan where one eats whole foods which are close to their natural state. When one eats a clean diet, he avoids foods with artificial and suspicious ingredients.

These are circular-shaped accessories which one latches onto the opposite ends of a bar to hold the weight plates securely in place.

This is a seated chest exercise on machines such as the Powertec Shape system. It utilises cable action to create tension and target the upper and lower chest areas effectively.

Gym chalk helps improve one’s grip with a bar whilst working out. The chalk increases friction between the hands and the bar and lessens the slippery feeling brought about by sweat on the palms.

This refers to catabolism, a state where your body burns up protein instead of other kinds of fuel or nutrient.