noun phrase · neutral
exercise regime
UK/ˈeksəsaɪz rɪˈʒiːm/US/ˈɛksərˌsaɪz rɪˈʒim/EX·er·cise re·GIME
a planned and structured programme of physical exercises that someone follows regularly.
Examples
“He follows a strict exercise regime to prepare for the marathon.”
“Changing your exercise regime occasionally can prevent boredom.”
“Doctors recommended a gentle exercise regime during recovery.”
Band 8 sentence
“To avoid plateaus I alternate phases in my exercise regime, focusing on strength for six weeks and then switching to endurance work.”
Collocations
- follow an exercise regime
- stick to an exercise regime
Word family
Common mistakes
I follow exercise regime every day.→I follow an exercise regime every day.
He has an exercise program.→He has an exercise regime.
Say it for a higher band
5exercise plan→6workout routine→7+exercise regime
Synonyms
workout routine
Easily confused
workout routine
“My workout routine usually lasts about 45 minutes.”
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