isometrics
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i·so·met·rics
(ī′sə-mĕt′rĭks)n. (used with a sing. or pl. verb)
Exercise or a system of exercises in which isometric muscular contraction is used to strengthen and tone muscles, performed by the exertion of effort against resistance, usually of a stationary object.
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isometrics
(ˌaɪsəʊˈmɛtrɪks)n
(functioning as singular) physical exercise involving isometric contraction of muscles
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isometrics
a form of physical exercise in which a set of muscles is tensed briefly, either in opposition to another set or against a solid surface. Cf. isotonics. — isometric, adj.
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| Noun | 1. | isometrics - muscle-building exercises (or a system of musclebuilding exercises) involving muscular contractions against resistance without movement (the muscles contracts but the length of the muscle does not change) exercise, exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout - the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit; "the doctor recommended regular exercise"; "he did some exercising"; "the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit" |
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isometrics
n sing → Isometrie f
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