loading position

[ˈloʊdɪŋ pəˈzɪʃən]
nounpl: loading positions
posição de carregamento
1. The initial stance or posture adopted in weightlifting or strength training before executing a lift, where the weight is positioned and the body is prepared for the movement
The athlete assumed the loading position before performing the deadlift.
O atleta assumiu a posição de carregamento antes de realizar o levantamento terra.
2. In logistics and transportation, the designated location or area where cargo, freight, or goods are placed onto a vehicle for transport
The truck backed up to the loading position to be filled with merchandise.
O caminhão recuou até a posição de carregamento para ser preenchido com mercadorias.
3. In firearms or archery, the posture or stance taken when preparing to shoot, with the weapon ready to fire or release
He took the loading position with his rifle pointed downrange.
Ele assumiu a posição de carregamento com seu rifle apontado para o alvo.
The term is widely used in Brazilian fitness culture and CrossFit communities, reflecting the popularity of strength training. In logistics and commerce, it is standard terminology in ports and warehouses throughout Brazil and Portugal. The concept is universal across English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries in sports and industrial contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
starting positionready positionloading stancepreparatory positioninitial posture
Antonyms / Antônimos
finishing positionend positionrelease position

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
posição de carregamento
Standard term used across Brazil in fitness, logistics, and military contexts
São Paulo
posição de carga
Abbreviated form commonly used in commercial and logistics sectors
Portugal
posição de carregamento
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in fitness and logistics industries

Related Words

loadedloadingcargofreightstancepostureliftingunloading position

Related Idioms & Phrases

assume the loading position
in loading position
take position
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