aerobics

[uh-roh-biks]

noun

1. 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.

2. (used with a singular verb),  a physical fitness program based on such exercises.

   Aerobics is a good way to get your body in shape.

aerobics

/ ɛəˈrəʊbɪks /

noun

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

aerobics

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

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.

Other Word Forms

• aerobicist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of aerobics¹

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

Example Sentences

When 83-year-old Maureen Welch set off for her weekly aqua aerobics class in October, she had no idea that her life was about to drastically change.

From BBC

“For some, exercise can look like participating in boxing classes. For others, it’s water aerobics, dancing or playing pickleball. Just remember that any type of and amount of exercise can positively support your journey.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Warfare” premiered in the same theater as the candy-colored aerobics of “The Substance” and, for a disorienting moment, I wondered if the projectionist had swapped in the wrong reel.

From Los Angeles Times

In the centre is The Substance star Demi Moore, nominated for playing an ageing aerobics instructor who takes a black-market drug to create a younger, more beautiful version of herself.

From BBC

The Substance sees Moore play an ageing aerobics instructor who takes a black market drug to create a younger and more beautiful version of herself.

From BBC