regimen
A prescribed course of treatment, diet, or exercise
Examples
In a meeting
“We recommend a regimen of daily stretching exercises for employees with desk jobs.”
Over coffee
“My new fitness regimen includes yoga three times a week.”
Why this word
routine
Regimen specifically means a prescribed systematic plan (medical, exercise), while routine is any habitual practice without therapeutic intent
program
Regimen emphasizes regulated, disciplined adherence to health protocols, while program is broader and less strict
schedule
Regimen includes the what and how of treatment, not just timing, while schedule only addresses when things occur
Usage tip
Use for structured, ongoing health programs. Implies discipline and systematic approach to wellness.
Etymology
Latin 'regimen' meaning 'rule, guidance', from 'regere' (to rule, direct)
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