muscle

muscle/myskl/

noun

body tissue that contracts to produce movement

In fitness it often means the tissue you train with weights so it grows and recovers.

Examples

01
Le muscle de mon bras était douloureux le matin après le nouveau développé.
My arm muscle was sore the morning after I learned the new press.
02
Elle a ajouté plus de protéines pour que son muscle récupère après les charges lourdes.
She added more protein so her muscle could recover from heavy lifts.
03
Un muscle du tronc solide aide à rester droit assis au bureau.
Strong core muscle makes it easier to sit tall at the desk.

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