Use this section as a reference tool to maximize your vocabulary . We realize that some of you are more advanced bodybuilding enthusiasts have already grasped the meaning of these terms but for others, an explanation of what they mean will take your knowledge base to higher level.

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Warm-up - The 10-15-minute session of light calisthenics, aerobic exercise, and stretching taken prior to handling heavy bodybuilding training movements. A sufficient warm-up helps to prevent injuries and increases endurance.

Weight - The same as Poundage or Resistance.

Weight Class (weight division) - In order for bodybuilders to compete against men of similar size, the IFBB has instituted weight classes for all amateur competition:
a. Bantamweight: Up to and incl 65 Kg.
b. Lightweight: Up to and incl 70 Kg.
c. Welterweight: Up to and incl 75 Kg.
d. Light-Middleweight: Up to and incl 80 Kg.
e. Middleweight Up to and incl 85 Kg.
f. Light-heavyweight: Up to and incl 90 Kg.
g. Heavyweight: Over 90 Kg.
Women's Professional Bodybuilding, all competitions shall have two (2) weight categories as follows:
" Lightweight: up to & including 135 lbs [61.364 kg]
" Heavyweight: Over 135 lbs [61.364 kg]

Weightlifting - Weightlifting is a sport where competitors attempt to lift heavy weights mounted on steel bars. Olympic lifting and power lifting are the two types of weightlifting competition.

Weight Training Belt - Thick leather belt used to support lower back. Used while doing squats, military presses, dead lifts, bent rowing, etc.

Workout - Exercise: the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit.