noun

regimen

REJ-uh-mun/ˈredʒɪmən/

A prescribed routine for improving or maintaining health or fitness.

She follows a daily exercise regimen prescribed by her physical therapist.

Person follows consistent health routine in three small vignettes: stretching, eating simple balanced meal, walking, same face/clothes palette; no pills or medical claims.

Etymology

The Latin idea of rule or guidance became the regulation of diet, exercise, and other matters affecting health. A regimen thus directs daily habits toward beneficial effects rather than governing a population.

In context

TEDx Talks1:32

I was given what I now know is a much too aggressive tapering regimen according to which I divided my medication into four doses

I was in opioid withdrawal for a month — here's what I learned | Travis Rieder | TEDxMidAtlantic

More examples

His doctor adjusts his medication regimen to reduce side effects.
A balanced diet is part of her training regimen.
These skin care regimens include gentle cleansing and daily sunscreen.

Forms

regimen · regimens

Similar words

routine: Routine can be any repeated practice, not specifically health-related.
program: Program emphasizes an organized plan, often with specific fitness goals.