At The Health Club

Vocabulary and Conversation activity

A)Match the following terms to the images in the picture.

boxing -  lifting weight  - stationary bike  -  exercise bench – doing yoga  - doing crunches  - doing gym  -  exercise ball  - dance class  - aqua aerobics  - resistance bands - treadmill   -   mat   -  dumbells – barbell  kettlebells  - climber  - jumping rope

 

B) Discussion

Do you like working out? Do you prefer playing sports? Why is exercise important? What kind of exercise do you think is best? Have you ever tried any of the machines, complements or practices shown in the picture? What was it like? Do you think people who exercise are happier than those who don’t? In your opinion is it better to exercise alone or with other people?

C) Complete the missing lines in the conversation below.

Bob:You look really fit and toned! How do you do it? I can’t seem to improve much at the health club? Andy: What’s your routine like? Bob: ........................................................................... Andy: And how often do you go? Bob: ........................................................................... Andy: Did an instructor give you a weekly schedule? Bob: ........................................................................... Andy: How long have you been lifting weights? Bob: ............................................................................ Andy: Maybe you’ve been working out on the same machines for too long, and you are pretty used to them. You need to vary your routine. Bob: ............................................................................. Andy: Have you thought about getting a personal trainer? You could sign up for a few sessions to help you set up a good regimen. Bob: .............................................................................. Andy: It could be. Another option to see better results is to train more often, like every other day. Bob: ............................................................................... Andy: Just think of it as a hobby. It's actually fun when you start seeing results. Bob: ................................................................................

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