isometrics
noun
iso·met·rics ˌī-sə-ˈme-triks 
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
: exercise or a system of exercises in which opposing muscles are so contracted that there is little shortening but a great increase in tone of muscle fibers involved
Word History
First Known Use
1962, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
isometrics
noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction
iso·met·rics ˌī-sə-ˈme-triks
: isometric exercise or an isometric system of exercises
isometrics
noun
as in calisthenics
Synonyms & Similar Words
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- calisthenics
- plyometrics
- aerobics
- gymnastics
- bodybuilding
- conditioning
- body mechanics
- activity
- workout
- weight lifting
- athletics
- slimnastics
- exercise
- exertion
- toning
- warm-up
- training
- trimming
- physical therapy