Glossary A–Z

Movement terms decoded for handbook readers.

G

Gait: Your walking pattern—clinicians may analyze if limping persists.

Glutes: Hip muscles—support stairs and hinges.

Hinge: Hip bend with neutral spine when picking up loads.

Hypertrophy: Muscle growth from training—not required for daily health goals.

Mobility: Ability to move joints through range—broader than stretching alone.

Moderate intensity: Talk test pace for many walking programs.

ROM: Range of motion—how far a joint moves.

Recovery: Lighter days between harder loads.