Glossary of Fitness Terms

AMRAP: As Many Reps (or Rounds) As Possible

BMI: Body Mass Index – a measure of body fat based on height and weight

DOMS: Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness – muscle pain and stiffness that occurs 24-48 hours after exercise

HIIT: High-Intensity Interval Training – alternating short periods of intense exercise with less intense recovery periods

Macros: Macronutrients – proteins, fats, and carbohydrates

RM: Repetition Maximum – the maximum weight you can lift for a specific number of repetitions

RPE: Rate of Perceived Exertion – a scale used to measure the intensity of your exercise

Sets: A group of repetitions

Reps: Repetitions – the number of times you perform an exercise

Super Set: Performing two exercises back to back with no rest in between

VO2 Max: The maximum rate of oxygen consumption during exercise

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