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cardiopulmonary exercise

/ˌˈkɑrdioʊˌpʊlməˈnɛri ˌɛksərˈsaɪz/
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Definitions of cardiopulmonary exercise
  1. noun
    exercise intended to strengthen the circulatory system
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    types:
    jump rope
    a child's game or a cardiopulmonary exercise in which the player jumps over a swinging rope
    conditioner
    exercise that conditions the body
    aerobic exercise, aerobics
    exercise that increases the need for oxygen
    jogging
    running at a jog trot as a form of cardiopulmonary exercise
    power walking
    a form of cardiopulmonary exercise consisting of rapid walking accompanied by vigorous swinging of the arms
    double Dutch
    the difficult version of jump rope in which players jump over two ropes that are swung in a crisscross manner by two turners
    type of:
    exercise, exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout
    the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
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