"Starting an Exercise Routine"
Reading Lesson

Key Words

Below you will find a list of key vocabulary you need to know to understand the lesson. Click on each word to hear it and practice its pronunciation.

in shape: physically fit and healthy
healthy: good for your body and not sick
keep: to continue having or to maintain
relieve: to make something less painful or easier
stress: a feeling of worry or pressure
advise: to give suggestions or recommendations
mistake: something done wrong
muscle: a part of the body that helps you move
hurt: to feel pain or cause pain
frustrated: feeling upset because something is difficult or not working
stronger: having more strength than before
something: an unknown or unspecified thing
fun: something that is enjoyable
hate: to strongly dislike
enjoy: to like something and take pleasure in it

Exercise - Key Words

Read the definition and select the word that was defined.

Reading

Starting an Exercise Routine

Paragraph #1 Want to get in shape? Great! Doctors now believe that exercise is the most important factor in keeping healthy. It can keep your heart healthy, relieve stress, and make you look fantastic.

Paragraph #2 If you're starting a new exercise routine, it's a good idea to start with a visit to your doctor, especially if you're older or have had health problems in the past. Your doctor can advise you of any exercises that you shouldn't do or that you should do differently depending on your health conditions.

Paragraph #3 Don't try to do too much at first. Many people make the mistake of trying to do too much exercise when they begin a new exercise routine. Then their muscles hurt, they get frustrated, and they give up. Start with an easier exercise routine and try to do a little bit more every time you exercise. You'll get stronger and stronger every week.

Paragraph #4 Do something fun! Don't do aerobics if you hate them. Find an exercise or sport that you enjoy and get a friend to do it with you to make it more fun. Try a variety of different exercises or sports to see which one you like. If you like variety, do a different form of exercise every day. Even walking is great exercise!

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Comprehension Questions

Instructions
Which paragraph discusses the following?

Writing

Describe your exercise routine or the one you want to start.

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