A-Z of Gym terms & abbreviations
- AFPT
- Jan 19
- 2 min read
If you're new to the gym or online training some of the terms might seem like I'm talking another language.
I've put together a list of the most used terms and abbreviations used here at AFPT to help you understand your workout plans and group class whiteboards.
If you're unsure just ask, as I was told at Uni - there's no such thing as a daft question just a stupid answer.
A-Z of Gym terms & abbreviations
AMRAP - As Many Rounds(Reps) As Possible
BB - Barbell
BMR - Basal Metabolic Rate, minimum calories needed for essential life functions e.g breathing
BPM - Beats Per Minute (heart rate)
BW - Bodyweight
CIRCUIT - A series of exercises performed one after another
COMPOUND EXERCISE - An exercise that targets multiple muscle groups and multiple joints (Lunge)
DB - Dumbbell
DEMO - A demonstration of the exercise or stretch
DOMS - Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness(Stiffness)
DROP SET - Reducing weight at the point of fatigue and performing more reps until you "drop" weight again
EMOM - Every Minute On the Minute
E2MOM - Every 2 Minutes On the Minute
HIIT - High Intensity Interval Training
HR - Heart Rate
HYPERTROPHY - Exercise to grow lean muscle over strength
ISOLATION EXERCISE - An exercise which uses a single muscle and a single joint (Bicep Curl)
KB - Kettlebells
LM - Landmine
MEPs - MyZone Effort Points
PC - Power Club
PLATUAE - A point where progress slows or stops
PT - Personal Training, 1-2-1 or 2-2-1 workouts tailored to your needs
REP - Repetition, a single movement of an exercise
ROM - Range of Movement
ZONES - Specific heart rate zones on MyZone
RPE - Rate of Perceived Exertion
SET - A group of reps (repetitions) performed consecutively
SGPT - Small Group Personal Training, a workout in a small group where you focus on your own goals
SPOT - Assistance during an exercise
SUPERSET - Performing two exercises back to back with now rest
TABATA - A form of HIIT, 20 seconds exercise, 10 seconds rest for 8 sets
At AFPT every session is lead by Adam Fretwell, so if it's 1-2-1 PT or your first Group Exercise Class you're in the hands of a Personal Trainer who will ensure the workout matches your needs and intensity you can do at this stage of your health and fitness journey.
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