athleticism

American  

[ath-let-uh-siz-uhm] / æθˈlɛt əˌsɪz əm /

noun

1. a high degree of natural talent, strength, or enthusiasm in physical sports or exercises.

   Yoga should be accessible to all people regardless of body type, level of athleticism, or age.

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Etymology

Origin of athleticism

athletic ( def. ) + -ism ( def. )

Example Sentences

“Because sometimes it’s easy to think too much about every single gate, and you almost lose the flow or athleticism that you really need to ski fast.”

From Los Angeles Times

“They’ve got just an athleticism that is very applicable to pushing sleds.”

From Los Angeles Times

All over Northern Italy, organizers have unleashed a fleet of drones to capture athletes at close range while they execute terrifying feats of winter athleticism.

From The Wall Street Journal

But all eyes will be on Malinin, a skater with such unbridled athleticism and talent that the experts say he is still a diamond in the rough.

From Barron's

Blessed with natural athleticism, Malinin has also been incubated in the perfect training environment.

From BBC