strength training
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strength training
A form of physical training in which resistance (e.g., weights, bands, or one's own body weight) is used to increase muscle strength and muscle mass.
Er geht dreimal pro Woche ins Fitnessstudio, um sein Krafttraining zu absolvieren.
He goes to the gym three times a week to complete his strength training.
This word is made up of 'die Kraft' (strength) and 'das Training' (training). So it literally describes training aimed at increasing physical strength.
Mein Arzt hat mir zu mehr Krafttraining geraten, um meinen Rücken zu stärken.
My doctor advised me to do more strength training to strengthen my back.
'Krafttraining' (strength training) is often used with the verbs 'machen' (to do) or the somewhat more formal 'absolvieren' (to complete). You can also 'integrieren' (integrate) it into your everyday life.
Ich versuche, zweimal pro Woche Krafttraining zu machen.
I try to do strength training twice a week.
To describe the type of training, adjectives such as 'regelmäßig' (regular), 'intensiv' (intensive), 'leicht' (light), or 'gezieltes' (targeted) are often used.
Regelmäßiges Krafttraining ist wichtig für den Muskelaufbau.
Regular strength training is important for building muscle.
workout
'Workout' and 'Krafttraining' both belong to physical training. 'Workout' is a more general word for a planned exercise session. A workout can include strength exercises, but also endurance, flexibility, or a mixed fitness program. 'Krafttraining' is more precise: it is mainly about making muscles stronger, often with weights, bands, or your own body weight. You can confuse the words because many workouts also include strength training. If you are speaking only generally about a fitness session, 'Workout' fits. If the goal is muscle strength, 'Krafttraining' is more precise.
Max hat mit dem Krafttraining begonnen, weil er seine Rückenmuskeln stärken möchte.
Max has started strength training because he wants to strengthen his back muscles.
Nach dem Frühstück macht du ein kurzes Workout, damit du wach wirst.
After breakfast, you do a short workout to help you wake up.