strength training

noun

: activities that make muscles stronger
going to the gym for strength training

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The company also collaborated with Nike last month to launch an initial three core activewear collections and four seasonal collections, featuring pieces designed for everything from strength training and everyday workouts to lounging and running errands. Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 18 Oct. 2025 Connected to the panel are two adjustable arms, which move up and down the frame and serve as the gateway to your strength training. Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 17 Oct. 2025 Regular strength training that builds muscle and grip can improve blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and inflammation. Rob Williams, EverydayHealth.com, 16 Oct. 2025 The Dragons skipped spring football for the first time to focus solely on strength training. Charles Baggarly october 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for strength training

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Medical Definition

strength training

noun
: a system of physical conditioning in which muscles are exercised by being worked against an opposing force (as by lifting weights) to increase strength
While everyone loses some muscle mass with age, a condition known as sarcopenia, it's possible to slow or even reverse that loss with regular strength training.Food & Fitness Advisor
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