conditioning

noun con·di·tion·ing \ kən-ˈdi-sh(ə-)niŋ \

|Updated on: 9 Aug 2018

Examples: conditioning in a Sentence

Definition of conditioning

1 : the process of training to become physically fit by a regimen of exercise, diet, and rest; also : the resulting state of physical fitness

2 : a simple form of learning involving the formation, strengthening, or weakening of an association between a stimulus and a response

See conditioning defined for English-language learners

Examples of conditioning in a Sentence

the team's excellent physical conditioning
With the proper conditioning, the horse will learn to trust and obey its handler.

Recent Examples of conditioning from the Web

The Colombian — a former conditioning coach at Manchester City — cuts a frantic figure on the touchline and his temper has occasionally gotten him into trouble.

— james ellingworth, Fox News, "At World Cup, Germany to start title defense with rematch against Mexico," 17 June 2018
Sea Kings coach Dan O’Shea believes that strength and conditioning coach Tony Thornton gives CdM one of the best weight rooms in Orange County.

— andrew turner, latimes.com, "CdM’s John Humphreys a person of interest for college football recruiters," 12 July 2018
Dave Joerger was the strength and conditioning coach and Katie Hamberg was the athletic trainer.

— melanie laughman, Cincinnati.com, "Photographs and memories: Mother of Mercy's final athletic year, 2017-2018," 2 July 2018
The lengthy highlight reel ended Friday when it was announced that Ganong, a longtime strength and conditioning coach for the Cardinals, is retiring after 33 years with the Louisville athletic department.

— danielle lerner, The Courier-Journal, "Longtime University of Louisville strength coach Ray Ganong retires," 29 June 2018
Jon Teske, who backed up Wagner this past season, will spend most of his summer working in Ann Arbor with strength and conditioning coach Jon Sanderson.

— orion sang, Detroit Free Press, "Michigan basketball John Beilein finalizing rolling contract," 27 June 2018
Kiffin's contract sets his assistant coach salary pool at $2.15 million for 10 assistants and a strength and conditioning coach.

— david j. neal, miamiherald, "Football coach Lane Kiffin signs 10-year, $9.5 million contract with Florida Atlantic," 21 June 2018
Spencer spent the last three seasons as the head strength and conditioning coach for the Illawarra Hawks of Australia’s National Basketball League.

— josh robbins, OrlandoSentinel.com, "Magic name new head athletic trainer, new head strength and conditioning coach," 18 June 2018
The Colombian — a former conditioning coach at Manchester City — cuts a frantic figure on the touchline and his temper has occasionally gotten him into trouble.

— james ellingworth, Fox News, "At World Cup, Germany to start title defense with rematch against Mexico," 17 June 2018

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First Known Use of conditioning

1861

in the meaning defined at sense 1

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conditioning Synonyms

Synonyms

activity, exercise, exertion;

Related Words

training, warm-up, workout;

toning, trimming;

aerobics, athletics, bodybuilding, calisthenics, gymnastics, isometrics, weight lifting;

CONDITIONING Defined for English Language Learners

conditioning

noun

Definition of conditioning for English Language Learners

: the process of becoming stronger and healthier by following a regular exercise program and diet
: the act or process of training a person or animal to do something or to behave in a certain way in a particular situation

Medical Dictionary

conditioning

noun con·di·tion·ing \ kən-ˈdish-(ə-)niŋ \

medical Definition of conditioning

1 : the process of training to become physically fit by a regimen of exercise, diet, and rest

Good shoes and proper conditioning are the best bets for avoiding shin splints.
—Current Health, November 1982

He also got serious about his physical conditioning with a regimen that includes Pilates, weights and cardio training.
—Alan Shipnuck, Sports Illustrated, 9 Sept. 2002

also : the resulting state of physical fitness

Triathletes maintained their aerobic conditioning while developing new skills and strengthening neglected muscles.
—Marlene Adrian, Shape, September 1991

2 : a simple form of learning involving the formation, strengthening, or weakening of an association between a stimulus and a response

According to the theory, learning or conditioning is the process by which behavior is systematically and lastingly changed.
—Harvard Mental Health Letter, December l990