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Rate of speed, typically measured in minutes per mile or kilometer
"Maintain your target pace throughout"
Large timer for interval training
"Watch the pace clock for intervals"
Racquet used in table tennis, also called bat or racket
"Choose a paddle that suits your style"
Hand devices to increase resistance and stroke feel
"Use paddles to build stroke strength"
Taste and mouthfeel of wine
"The palate was rich and full"
Expected number of strokes for a skilled player to complete a hole
"The hole is a par-4"
Men's apparatus with two parallel horizontal bars
"His parallel bars strength was evident"
Turn with skis remaining parallel throughout
"Smooth parallel turns down groomer"
Defensive action deflecting opponent's attack
"Perfect parry and riposte"
Getting past opponent's legs to achieve dominant position
"He passed her guard cleanly"
Tunnel or corridor connecting cave chambers
"The passage narrowed significantly"
Transition zone between vocal registers
"Navigate the passaggio smoothly"
Shot that goes past net player for winner
"Incredible passing shot down the line"
Final week of preparation before competition
"Peak week manipulation paid off"
Training phase preparing for maximum performance
"The peaking program led to huge PRs"
Nose diving underwater when catching wave
"Avoid pearling by staying back"
Main group of riders in a race
"The breakaway was caught by the peloton"
Free shot from penalty spot after foul in box
"He converted the penalty"
Playing short-handed due to penalty
"Great penalty kill by defense"
One-on-one shot against goalkeeper from 5-meter line
"He converted the penalty shot"
Equal parts sweet and dry vermouth
"Perfect Manhattan balances vermouths"
Individual's fastest time
"She dropped 2 seconds for a new PB"
Individual's fastest time or best mark in an event
"She set a personal best in the 800m"
Giving human qualities to non-human things
"Personification brings objects alive"
Musical shaping of lyrical lines
"Musical phrasing tells the story"
Screen set to free up teammate
"Set a pick for the cutter"
Offensive play involving screen and roll to basket
"Classic pick and roll execution"
Body position with legs straight and bent at hips
"Hold the pike position longer"
Holding both of an opponent's shoulders to the mat simultaneously
"She won by pin in the second period"
Grip squeezing hold between thumb and fingers
"The pinch grip required thumb strength"
Rectangular strip where fencing takes place
"Stay in bounds on the piste"
Area directly in front of goal where hole set plays
"Battle for position in the pit"
Section of climb between belay stations
"The second pitch was the crux"
Highness or lowness of musical tone
"Match the pitch accurately"
High, soft shot typically with a wedge
"The pitch shot stopped on a dime"
Plucking strings with finger instead of bow
"Pizzicato creates distinct articulation"
Location on body where tattoo will be applied
"Placement affects design flow"
Smoothing and sizing wood with plane
"Planing creates perfectly flat surfaces"
Strengthening pose holding straight body position
"Plank pose builds core strength"
Parachute Landing Fall technique for safe landing
"Practice PLF during ground school"
Netted area of stick head that holds the ball
"The pocket was perfectly formed"
Angled hole for hidden screw connection
"Pocket holes create strong joints"
Event using a pole to vault over a high bar
"Pole vault combines speed, strength, and technique"
Men's apparatus featuring circular leg movements
"Pommel horse is the most technical event"
Trick rotating board 180 degrees horizontally
"Pop shuvits are easier than kickflips"
Collection of artist's best tattoo work
"Review the artist's portfolio carefully"
Art of displaying physique in competition
"Posing practice is essential"
Fresh, deep, untracked snow
"Amazing powder conditions today"
Series of 10 hard strokes to gain advantage
"Power 10 to move on the field"
Advantage when opposing team has player in penalty box
"Score on the power play"
Personal record, best lift achieved
"She hit a 20-pound deadlift PR"
Personal record, best time achieved in a specific distance
"She set a new 5 K PR today"
Breathing techniques and breath control practices
"Pranayama calms the mind"
Basic idea or concept underlying joke
"Strong premises generate multiple jokes"
Defensive strategy applying constant pressure
"The press forced turnovers"
Extracting juice from crushed grapes
"Press gently to avoid harsh tannins"
Balancing on edge of skateboard deck
"Primo tricks look incredible"
Bouldering route or sequence of moves
"The problem had a tricky start"
Challenging route worked on over multiple attempts
"His project route is 5.13a"
Equipment like blocks, straps, and bolsters
"Props support proper alignment"
Interactive model showing functionality
"The prototype demonstrates user flow"
Rope climbing technique using friction knots
"Prusik out of the pit efficiently"
Taking a turn at the front of a group to set pace
"It's your turn to take a pull"
Foam device held between legs during arm-only sets
"Use a pull buoy for stroke technique"
Temporary muscle swelling from increased blood flow
"The pump made his arms look huge"
Muscle fatigue in forearms from sustained gripping
"The pump forced him to rest"
Submerging grape cap during fermentation
"Punch down twice daily"
Climactic part of joke that creates laughter
"The punchline was unexpected"
Process of making water safe to drink
"Water purification tablets work quickly"
Passive shot with underspin
"Push the ball back safely"
