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foundational exercises

[faʊnˈdeɪʃənəl ˈɛksərsaɪzɪz]
nounpl: foundational exercises
exercícios fundamentais
1. Basic physical or mental exercises that form the foundation or basis for more advanced training or skills
Before attempting advanced yoga poses, students should master foundational exercises like breathing techniques and basic stretches.
Antes de tentar posturas avançadas de ioga, os alunos devem dominar exercícios fundamentais como técnicas de respiração e alongamentos básicos.
2. Essential training drills or movements that build core competencies and strength
The fitness coach recommended starting with foundational exercises such as push-ups and squats.
O treinador de fitness recomendou começar com exercícios fundamentais como flexões e agachamentos.
Synonyms
basic exercisesfundamental exercisescore exercisesbeginner exercisesessential exercisesexercícios básicosexercícios essenciais
Antonyms
advanced exercisesintermediate exercisesexercícios avançadosexercícios intermediários

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
exercícios fundamentais
Most common usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
exercícios base
Alternative usage emphasizing foundational nature
Rio de Janeiro
exercícios básicos
More casual variant
Portugal
exercícios de base
European Portuguese preference

Related Idioms & Phrases

start from the ground up
back to basics
begin at the beginning
voltar ao básico
começar do zero
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