Fitness

“Fitness” vocabulary is important for you as an ESL learner because it allows you to talk about a common topic in everyday life. Discussing exercise routines, healthy habits, or even just following gym instructions requires understanding some fitness terminology. Knowing today’s vocabulary terms will helps you be able to participate in more conversations about health and well-being. Let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

• 5 advanced English vocabulary words about Fitness.

• 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

• Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

1. Metabolism

📚 DEFINITION

The chemical processes within the body that convert food into energy and sustain life, including the rate at which calories are burned for fuel.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Regular exercise can boost metabolism and help maintain a healthy weight.

2. Some people have a fast metabolism, allowing them to burn calories more efficiently than others.

3. Eating small, frequent meals throughout the day can help regulate metabolism and prevent energy fluctuations.

2. Recovery

📚 DEFINITION

The process of rest, repair, and regeneration following physical exertion or exercise, essential for muscle recovery and adaptation.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Adequate sleep and nutrition are crucial for optimal recovery and muscle growth after workouts.

2. Active recovery techniques such as foam rolling and stretching can alleviate muscle soreness and improve circulation.

3. Overtraining can impair recovery and increase the risk of injury, emphasizing the importance of rest days in training programs.

3. Hydration

📚 DEFINITION

The process of replenishing fluids in the body to maintain proper hydration levels, crucial for optimal physical performance and health.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Drinking water before, during, and after exercise is essential for proper hydration and maintaining performance.

2. Electrolyte-rich sports drinks support hydration by replenishing fluids and minerals lost through sweat during intense workouts.

3. Monitoring urine color and frequency is a simple way to gauge hydration status and prevent heat-related illnesses during exercise.

4. Intensity

📚 DEFINITION

Measured by heart rate, perceived exertion, or workload.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) alternates between short bursts of intense exercise and periods of rest or low-intensity activity.

2. Adjusting exercise intensity allows individuals to tailor workouts to their fitness level, goals, and preferences.

3. Exercise intensity plays a significant role in calorie expenditure, cardiovascular conditioning, and muscle development.

5. Balance

📚 DEFINITION

The ability to maintain equilibrium and stability while standing, moving, or performing physical tasks, involving coordination, proprioception, and core strength.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Balance exercises like yoga poses and single leg stands improve stability and prevent falls in older adults.

2. Athletes and dancers practice balance drills to enhance agility, control, and body awareness.

3. Core stability and balance are essential for proper posture, injury prevention, and efficient movement patterns in sports and everyday activities.

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