daily exercise
Physical activity done every day
Use `daily exercise` to describe a consistent health habit in both casual and professional settings.
In 15 Sekunden
- Consistent physical activity performed every single day.
- Used in health, fitness, and lifestyle conversations.
- Can range from walking to intense gym workouts.
Bedeutung
This phrase describes the habit of moving your body every single day to stay healthy. It can be anything from a fast walk to a heavy gym session.
Wichtige Beispiele
3 von 6Talking to a doctor
I make sure to get thirty minutes of daily exercise.
I make sure to get thirty minutes of daily exercise.
Chatting with a friend
Walking the dog is my only daily exercise lately!
Walking the dog is my only daily exercise lately!
Texting a colleague
Skipping the lift today for some daily exercise!
Skipping the lift today for some daily exercise!
Kultureller Hintergrund
The concept of 'daily exercise' exploded in the 1970s and 80s with the aerobics craze. Today, it is deeply tied to the 'self-care' movement in Western culture. It reflects a shift from manual labor jobs to office jobs where people must consciously choose to move.
The 'Get' vs 'Do' Rule
Use 'get' when talking about the result or benefit. Use 'do' when talking about the action itself.
Don't say 'Everyday Exercise'
While 'everyday' is a word, 'daily exercise' is the much more common collocation for health routines.
In 15 Sekunden
- Consistent physical activity performed every single day.
- Used in health, fitness, and lifestyle conversations.
- Can range from walking to intense gym workouts.
What It Means
Daily exercise is a simple way to talk about physical activity. It means you move your body consistently. It is not just a one-time thing. It is a lifestyle choice. Think of it like brushing your teeth. You do it every day to keep things fresh. It can be a long run. It can be a short stretch. If you move, it counts.
How To Use It
You use this phrase as a noun. You can 'get' your daily exercise. You can also 'do' your daily exercise. It often follows verbs like 'need' or 'incorporate'. For example, "I need my daily exercise to feel awake." It sounds natural in almost any sentence about health. Just don't use it for sleeping. Sleeping is great, but it is not exercise!
When To Use It
Use it when talking to your doctor. Use it when chatting with friends about fitness. It is perfect for New Year's resolutions. You might see it in news articles about health. Use it when you want to sound responsible. If you are walking your dog, that is daily exercise. If you are chasing a bus, well, that counts too!
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it for professional sports training. Athletes do not just do daily exercise. They 'train' or 'practice'. Avoid it if you only work out once a month. That is just 'exercise'. Do not use it for mental work. You cannot do daily exercise for your math homework. That would be 'mental stimulation'.
Cultural Background
In many English-speaking countries, there is a big focus on 'wellness'. People love to talk about their routines. The phrase became very popular with the rise of gym culture. In cities like Los Angeles or London, it is a status symbol. Being 'active' is seen as a sign of success. Even a 10-minute walk is celebrated now. It is all about the 'grind' and staying fit.
Common Variations
You might hear people say 'daily workout'. This sounds a bit more intense. Some people say 'getting my steps in'. This usually refers to walking. Doctors might call it 'physical activity'. In casual talk, some just say 'my daily move'. All of these mean you are not being a couch potato!
Nutzungshinweise
The phrase is very versatile and safe to use. It sits right in the middle of formal and informal, making it perfect for almost any conversation about health.
The 'Get' vs 'Do' Rule
Use 'get' when talking about the result or benefit. Use 'do' when talking about the action itself.
Don't say 'Everyday Exercise'
While 'everyday' is a word, 'daily exercise' is the much more common collocation for health routines.
The 'Steps' Obsession
Many English speakers now say 'getting my steps' instead of 'daily exercise' because of fitness trackers!
Beispiele
6I make sure to get thirty minutes of daily exercise.
I make sure to get thirty minutes of daily exercise.
Very standard and professional usage in a medical context.
Walking the dog is my only daily exercise lately!
Walking the dog is my only daily exercise lately!
A relatable, slightly self-deprecating way to discuss fitness.
Skipping the lift today for some daily exercise!
Skipping the lift today for some daily exercise!
Using the phrase to explain a small healthy choice.
Does running away from my problems count as daily exercise?
Does running away from my problems count as daily exercise?
A common joke using the phrase in a non-literal way.
We should start doing some daily exercise together.
We should start doing some daily exercise together.
Used to suggest a shared healthy habit.
The benefits of daily exercise go beyond weight loss.
The benefits of daily exercise go beyond weight loss.
Formal structure used in educational or informative writing.
Teste dich selbst
Choose the correct verb to complete the sentence.
I try to ___ some daily exercise every morning before work.
In English, we commonly 'get' or 'do' exercise. 'Get' sounds very natural for a habit.
Complete the phrase.
Walking to the store is a great form of ___ exercise.
'Daily' is the adjective form used to describe the frequency of the exercise.
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Formality of 'Daily Exercise'
Talking to friends about a walk.
Getting my daily exercise!
General conversation or texting.
I need more daily exercise.
Medical or professional advice.
Daily exercise is recommended.
Where to use 'Daily Exercise'
At the Gym
Finished my daily exercise!
Doctor's Office
How much daily exercise do you get?
With Family
Let's go for our daily exercise.
Social Media
Daily exercise check-in! ✅
Häufig gestellte Fragen
10 FragenNot at least! It can be walking, gardening, or even heavy cleaning. Anything that gets your heart rate up counts as daily exercise.
Usually, we use the singular daily exercise to talk about the general habit. Use the plural exercises if you are talking about specific movements, like 'leg exercises'.
Yes, it is a neutral phrase. You might use it when discussing employee wellness or work-life balance, like saying we encourage daily exercise.
No, it is very common. However, with close friends, you might just say 'my workout' or 'my run'.
A workout usually implies something more intense, like lifting weights. Daily exercise is a broader term that includes gentle activities like walking.
It is used globally in all major English dialects. There is no regional difference in meaning.
It sounds a bit strange. It is better to say I got some daily exercise or I did my daily exercise.
You can ask, Do you get much daily exercise? This is a polite and natural way to start the conversation.
It is a noun phrase. You cannot 'daily exercise' (verb), you must 'do' or 'get' it.
Learners often say make exercise. Remember to use do or get instead. For example: I need to do my daily exercise.
Verwandte Redewendungen
Physical activity
The formal/scientific term for moving your body.
Workout routine
A specific set of exercises done regularly.
Stay active
A general way to say someone moves their body often.
In shape
Being physically fit as a result of exercise.
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