physical activity

/ˈfɪzɪkəl ækˈtɪvɪti/

bodily movement that requires energy expenditure

Doctors recommend at least 30 minutes of physical activity daily.

This emphasizes the importance of regular exercise for health.

Medicine

formal

Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.

The study found that regular physical activity reduces the risk of chronic diseases.

This shows the medical benefits of consistent exercise.

Often used in medical and fitness contexts to describe exercise or movement.

informal

Exercise or movement that improves or maintains physical fitness.

She increased her physical activity by joining a gym.

This shows a deliberate effort to improve fitness through exercise.

Commonly used in everyday language to describe workouts or active lifestyles.

Collocations

moderate physical activityexercise that is not too intensevigorous physical activityintense exercise like running or swimming

lack of movement or exercise

Regular physical activity improves cardiovascular health, mental well-being, and longevity.

Even short bursts of physical activity throughout the day can be beneficial.

From 'physical' (relating to the body) + 'activity' (movement or action).

Often used in health recommendations, fitness programs, and medical advice.

physical

relating to the body

root

activity

movement or action

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