compound exercise
nounUK /ˈkɒm.paʊnd ˈek.sə.saɪz/
US /ˈkɑːm.paʊnd ˈek.sɚ.saɪz/
A compound exercise is a move that uses more than one body part at the same time.
Squats are a compound exercise because they work your legs and your back.
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2. A movement that trains several muscle groups together rather than just one.
The coach added a compound exercise to the routine to save time.
3. Any activity that combines two or more skills in one motion.
Jumping jacks are a compound exercise for kids in gym class.
4. A strength-training lift that involves more than one joint.
The bench press is a compound exercise for the chest and arms.