Incremental exercise

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Incremental Exercise

Incremental exercise (pronunciation: /ɪnkrɪˈmɛnt(ə)l ˈɛksəˌsaɪz/) is a type of physical exercise that involves gradually increasing the intensity or duration of the workout over time. This method is often used in physical therapy and sports training to help individuals improve their physical fitness and performance.

Etymology

The term "incremental exercise" comes from the Latin word 'incrementum', meaning 'increase', and the Latin word 'exercitium', meaning 'exercise'. It refers to the practice of gradually increasing the intensity or duration of physical activity.

Related Terms

  • Aerobic exercise: A type of physical activity that uses large muscle groups and increases heart rate. It includes activities like running, cycling, and swimming.
  • Anaerobic exercise: A type of exercise that involves short bursts of high-intensity activity. It includes activities like weightlifting and sprinting.
  • Endurance training: A type of training that aims to improve stamina and endurance. It often involves long-duration, low-intensity exercises.
  • Strength training: A type of physical exercise that uses resistance to induce muscular contraction, which builds strength, anaerobic endurance, and size of skeletal muscles.
  • High-intensity interval training (HIIT): A form of interval training, a cardiovascular exercise strategy alternating short periods of intense anaerobic exercise with less intense recovery periods.

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