Cardio

usgb/ˈkɑːrdiəʊ/
noun

Short term for cardiovascular exercise which is physical activity that raises your heart rate.

Jake goes to the gym every morning to do some cardio.
Visual representation of "cardio" - Short term for cardiovascular exercise which is physical activity that raises your heart rate.

Often appears as...

  • do cardio
  • intense cardio
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Exercise Context

Used to describe a workout focusing on increasing heart rate and endurance.

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My trainer designed a cardio routine to improve my stamina.
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Informal Usage

'Cardio' is casual, ideal for conversations about fitness and health, not formal reports.

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She prefers cardio over weight lifting.
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Variety of Activities

Covers any activity boosting heart rate, like running, cycling, or swimming.

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He switched to swimming for his daily cardio.
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