aerobics

[uh-roh-biks] / əˈroʊ bɪks /

NOUN, ADJECTIVE

exercise regime designed to increase heart and lung activity while toning muscles

Synonyms

WEAK

aquarobics dance workout drill exercise high impact low impact slimnastics step warm-up workout

Example Sentences

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Mr Todd's attire was not too unusual for Portland, known for its quirky culture and left-wing protests that revel in the absurd - public yoga and 80s-style aerobics lessons, and nude cycling groups.

From BBC

By day he joined guests, mainly Western tourists, in pool sessions of aerobics and water polo, while at night he helped stage dance shows and quiz contests.

From BBC

Meanwhile, Blanche dates an aerobics instructor who is considerably younger than she is — hence the episode’s title.

From Los Angeles Times

When 83-year-old Maureen Welch set off for her weekly aqua aerobics class in October, she had no idea that her life was about to drastically change.

From BBC

“For some, exercise can look like participating in boxing classes. For others, it’s water aerobics, dancing or playing pickleball. Just remember that any type of and amount of exercise can positively support your journey.”

From Los Angeles Times