Health & Fitness Glossary (Australia)

Plain-English definitions for every health and fitness term — BMI, BMR, TDEE, macros, ketosis, body fat percentage and more.

Health, Fitness & Nutrition Definitions

Navigating health and fitness terms can be confusing. To help you understand the science behind our calculators, we have compiled this plain-English glossary defining key metabolic, nutritional, and training terms.

Understanding concepts like BMR, TDEE, macronutrients, calorie deficits, and body composition helps you make informed choices. Use this guide as a quick reference during your fitness journey.

We regularly update our glossary definitions to match clinical health standards, ensuring you receive accurate, scientific explanations for all health parameters.