guided exercise

[ˈɡaɪdɪd ˈɛksərˌsaɪz]
nounpl: guided exercises
exercício guiado
1. A structured physical or mental activity performed under the direction of an instructor or guide, where steps and movements are demonstrated and explained
The yoga class began with a guided exercise to warm up the muscles.
A aula de ioga começou com um exercício guiado para aquecer os músculos.
2. In educational or therapeutic contexts, a task designed to teach or reinforce skills with direct instruction and feedback
The therapist led a guided exercise to help the patient manage anxiety.
O terapeuta conduziu um exercício guiado para ajudar o paciente a controlar a ansiedade.
3. In fitness training, a workout routine where a trainer or video instructor leads participants through the movements
The personal trainer created a guided exercise routine for muscle strengthening.
O treinador pessoal criou uma rotina de exercício guiado para fortalecimento muscular.
In Brazil, guided exercises are increasingly popular in gyms, yoga studios, and corporate wellness programs. The term is widely understood in fitness culture and therapeutic settings. Online guided exercises and fitness apps have become especially prevalent post-2020, with many Brazilians participating in virtual guided workouts and meditation sessions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
directed exerciseinstructed workoutsupervised activityled practicestructured exercise
Antonyms / Antônimos
independent exerciseunsupervised trainingfree-form movementself-directed activity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exercício guiado
Standard term used in fitness, therapy, and education contexts
Rio de Janeiro
exercício guiado / treino orientado
Both terms are commonly used in gyms and fitness centers
São Paulo
exercício guiado / exercício com orientação
More formal usage in corporate wellness and therapeutic settings
Portugal
exercício orientado / exercício guiado
Both terms used; 'orientado' is slightly more common in Portuguese European usage

Related Words

exerciseinstructionfitness trainingphysical therapyguided meditationcoachingtutorial

Related Idioms & Phrases

walk someone through an exercise
step-by-step guidance
hands-on instruction
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