How to use terms
- Open the glossary when an exercise cue is unfamiliar.
- Read cues as practical instructions, not as a test of expertise.
- Use the app note field when a term still feels unclear during training.
Beginner Guide
Fitness Terms
Beginner vocabulary that makes workouts and form popups easier to understand.
Most useful starting terms
- Brace, core, hinge, neutral spine, range of motion, tempo, mobility, stability, and controlled reps.
- Unilateral means one side at a time; bilateral means both sides together.
- Eccentric is lowering, concentric is lifting, and isometric is holding.
Safety note
If a cue causes pain or confusion, choose the easier version and review the safety notes.