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Exercise Frequency

Meaning

The number of times per week or within a defined period that an individual engages in structured physical activity or movement sufficient to elicit a physiological training effect. This variable is a fundamental component of exercise prescription, alongside intensity and duration, influencing the cumulative hormonal and metabolic adaptations achieved over time. Optimizing frequency is crucial for maximizing benefits such as improved insulin sensitivity, favorable body composition changes, and beneficial shifts in the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis.