aerobics

plural noun

aer·o·bics | \ ˌer-ˈō-biks

Definition of aerobics

1 singular or plural in construction : a system of physical conditioning involving exercises (such as running, walking, swimming, or calisthenics) strenuously performed so as to cause marked temporary increase in respiration and heart rate

2 : aerobic exercises

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The orchestra performance was followed by routines from two dance teams, a martial arts team, an aerobics team and a folk music ensemble. — Patricia Dillon, Houston Chronicle, "Chinese Art Troupe wows The Woodlands with cultural performances," 1 Feb. 2018 Getting some exercise is also possible with water aerobics at the West Gray Recreation Center. — Valerie Sweeten, Houston Chronicle, "Events, places provide numerous opportunities to stay socially active," 15 Mar. 2018 Aqua aerobics classes are fun — and vigorous — at Horizon House. — Nicole Tsong, The Seattle Times, "Retirement center residents get a great workout in the pool," 24 Sep. 2018 Before Christmas 1987, Bench married Laura Cwikowski, an Oklahoma City model and aerobics instructor. — Jon Wertheim, SI.com, "Johnny Bench Is Already a Hall-of-Famer, But He's Looking For a New Distinction," 5 July 2018 The water aerobics program takes place three days a week at the Pembroke Lakes Pool and costs $3 per 45 minute class or $50 for a total of 20 classes. — Sun-Sentinel.com, "Pembroke Pines offering swim lessons at three locations," 22 June 2018 DAILY Plantation Aquatic Complex Swim classes for ages 6 months to adults, private lessons, springboard dive classes, lifeguard certifications, water safety instructor certifications and water aerobics. — Mary Lou Cruz, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Sunrise area events July 18-28," 13 July 2018 Zumba Zumba was once the top dance aerobics fitness fad in the country. — USA TODAY, "The biggest exercise fad the year you were born," 12 July 2018 Workouts include cardio, weights, cross-fit and aerobics. — Michelle C. Brooks, ajc, "Rowland Zellars II, 34, of Stockbridge lost 92 pounds," 10 July 2018

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The first known use of aerobics was in 1967

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aerobics

noun

English Language Learners Definition of aerobics

: a system of exercises often done by a group of people while music is playing : a system of aerobic exercises also : aerobic exercises

aerobics

noun plural

aer·o·bics | \ -biks

Medical Definition of aerobics

1 singular or plural in construction : a system of physical conditioning involving exercises (as running, walking, swimming, or calisthenics) strenuously performed so as to cause marked temporary increase in respiration and heart rate

2 : aerobic exercises