aerobics

[ ai-roh-biks ]
/ ɛəˈroʊ bɪks /

noun

Also called aerobic exercises. (used with a plural verb) any of various sustained exercises, as jogging, rowing, swimming, or cycling, that stimulate and strengthen the heart and lungs, thereby improving the body's utilization of oxygen.
(used with a singular verb) a physical fitness program based on such exercises: Aerobics is a good way to get your body in shape.

Origin of aerobics

1965–70; see aerobic, -ics; probably shortened from aerobic exercises on the model of calisthenics

Words nearby aerobics

aerobee, aerobic, aerobic dancing, aerobic respiration, aerobicize, aerobics, aerobiology, aerobiosis, aerobium, aerobrake, aerobraking

British Dictionary definitions for aerobic-exercises

aerobics
/ (ɛəˈrəʊbɪks) /

noun

(functioning as singular) any system of sustained exercises designed to increase the amount of oxygen in the blood and strengthen the heart and lungs

Derived forms of aerobics

aerobicist, noun

Medical definitions for aerobic-exercises

aerobics
[ â-rō′bĭks ]

n.

A system of physical conditioning to enhance circulatory and respiratory efficiency that involves vigorous, sustained exercise, such as jogging, swimming, or cycling, thereby improving the body's use of oxygen.
A program of physical fitness that involves such exercise.

Cultural definitions for aerobic-exercises

aerobics
[ (air-oh-biks) ]

Exercise designed specifically to improve cardiovascular fitness and, subsequently, the body's use of oxygen. Also called aerobic exercise.

notes for aerobics

The term aerobics usually refers to a specific kind of vigorous exercise, sometimes involving dance steps, that is set to music. Other forms of aerobic exercise include running, cycling, and swimming.