Language and Vocabulary Master List

A comprehensive collection of vocabulary including fitness terminology, medical terms, academic words, idiomatic expressions, and phrasal verbs based on the lecture transcript.

stay in shape

To keep fit and remain in a healthy and strong physical condition.

peak physical condition

Being in top shape or at the highest level of physical readiness; being in the prime of one's physical ability.

well-rounded fitness routine

A balanced workout program that covers all necessary areas of health and athleticism.

endurance / stamina

The physical or mental strength to sustain prolonged effort; synonym: stamina.

work up a sweat

To exercise with enough intensity to sweat heavily.

get in the zone

To reach a state of complete focus and concentration during physical activity.

sedentary lifestyle

An inactive lifestyle characterized by a lack of physical movement or excessive sitting.

alleviate

To reduce, mitigate, or lessen the severity of something, such as stress or pain.

stick to

To adhere to or remain committed to a specific plan, diet, or regimen.

burn off

To use up excess energy or calories through physical activity.

squeeze in

To find or make time for a task (such as a workout) within a busy schedule.

take up

To start a new hobby, activity, or sport (e.g., 'Take up yoga').

quadriplegic

A person who is paralyzed in all four limbs, often due to a severe injury.

prosthetic

An artificial device used to replace a missing body part, such as a limb.

scenic

Providing or relating to views of impressive or beautiful natural scenery.

bumpy

A rough, uneven, or rocky experience, often used to describe a flight with turbulence.

trench coat

A long, waterproof🧥coat style typically worn as outerwear.

blazer

A type of jacket that resembles a suit jacket but is cut more casually; often used in semi-formal dress codes.

cardigan

A knitted sweater that opens at the front and is usually fastened with buttons.

meticulous

Showing great attention to detail; being very careful and thorough.

on the same wavelength

A phrase used to describe people who are like-minded or have a mutual understanding.

inevitable

Something that is certain to happen and is unavoidable.

ambiguous

Unclear or open to more than one interpretation.

substantiate

To provide evidence to support or prove the truth of a claim or theory.

prevalent

Widespread or commonly occurring in a particular area or at a particular time.

conspicuous

Standing out so as to be clearly visible; attracting notice or attention.

deteriorate

To become progressively worse in quality or condition.

break the ice

To say or do something that makes people feel more relaxed in a social setting.

cost an arm and a leg

An idiom used to describe something that is very expensive.

under the weather

An idiom meaning to feel sick or unwell.

bite the bullet

To accept a difficult or unpleasant situation because it is unavoidable.

a blessing in disguise

A misfortune that eventually results in something good happening later on.

spill the beans

To reveal a secret or disclose information prematurely.

take with a grain of salt

To view something with skepticism or not take it too seriously or literally.

detrimental

Tending to cause harm; harmful to one's health or interests.

mitigate

To make something less severe, serious, or painful; synonyms: alleviate, reduce.

overbook

When a company (like an airline) sells more tickets or reservations than there are seats available.

no-show

A person who has made a reservation but fails to appear without canceling.

get bumped

To be removed from a flight or reservation because it has been overbooked.

deplane

To disembark or get off an airplane.

commuter train

A suburban train service used mainly by people traveling between home and work.

consistency is key

The principle that regular, steady effort is the most important factor for success.

compelling

Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerful way; convincing (e.g., 'compelling evidence').

viable

Something that is capable of working successfully; feasible.

acknowledge

To accept or admit the existence or truth of something.

scrutinize

To examine or inspect something closely and thoroughly.

annual physical

A yearly medical check-up to assess overall health.

strip down

To undress, often required during a medical examination.

money refund

The act of getting a repayment of money, typically because a product was unsatisfactory.

eye-catching

Something that is visually attractive or designed to draw attention.