The importance of exercise
Lesson focuses on discussing the importance of exercise, highlighting health benefits, and providing advice on staying active.
Part 1
Warm-up
Answer the questions
What did we discuss in the last lesson?
Do you usually exercise?
Do you play any sports regularly?
Part 2
Vocabulary
Read the word, its’ meaning, and the examples
Then make up your own sentences using the word.
Student can skip the words they already know.
workout
/ˈwɜːrkaʊt/
note:
- workout is a noun
- work out is a verb
Physical activities for improving health and fitness.
Start your day with a quick workout.
A good workout can boost your mood.
strength
/streŋkθ/
the ability to do things that need a lot of physical or mental effort
She has the strength to lift heavy boxes.
You gain strength through consistent training.
injury
/ˈɪn.dʒər.i/
physical harm or damage to someone's body caused by an accident or an attack
He was removed from the game with a knee injury.
They were lucky to escape injury.
flexibility
/ˌfleksəˈbɪləti/
The ability to bend or to be bent easily without breaking (sự linh hoạt của cơ thể)
Yoga improves your flexibility.
Good flexibility helps prevent sports injuries.
muscle
/ˈmʌs.əl/
one of many tissues in the body that can tighten and relax to produce movement
He has sore (đau) muscles after the gym.
Building muscle helps with overall health.
nutrition
/nuˈtrɪʃən/
the substances that you take into your body as food and the way that they influence your health
Good nutrition is key to a healthy life.
She focuses on nutrition to fuel her workouts.
Make up your own sentences using the words.
Part 3
Grammar points
Read the grammar points & their examples. Are there any grammar points you do not know? The teacher will explain.
1. ‘Should’ for advice
- You should drink plenty of water while exercising.
- You should stretch before starting your workout.
- You should wear comfortable shoes when you go jogging.
- You should eat a healthy snack after your exercise session.
2. Frequency adverbs (often, rarely, sometimes).
- I often go for a walk in the park in the mornings.
- He sometimes prefers to ride his bike instead of running.
- She rarely misses her yoga class, even when she’s busy.
Part 4
Reading comprehension
Read the article and answer questions.
Teacher helps student correct their pronunciation.
The importance of exercise
Exercise is very important for keeping our body healthy. When we do a workout, we use our muscles and this helps to build our strength. It’s not just about lifting weights; you can jog, swim, or even dance to stay fit. Having good fitness means you are able to do many activities without getting too tired. Flexibility is also a key part of being healthy. Stretching exercises make sure your muscles are loose and can move easily. This helps to prevent injuries.
Good nutrition is just as important as exercise. Eating the right foods gives you the energy you need to exercise and helps your muscles to recover afterwards. Remember, fruits, vegetables, and proteins are great for a fit body! So, try to be active every day and eat well. This way, your body will stay strong and healthy!
Check your understanding
What are some ways to do a workout mentioned in the article?
Why is flexibility important?
How does nutrition help with exercise?
Sample answer
- Jogging, swimming, and dancing.
- Stretching exercises make sure your muscles are loose and can move easily & it prevents injuries.
- It provides energy and helps muscles recover.
Part 5
Discussion
Let’s use the vocabulary you’ve learned during the lesson and talk about the following topics/questions freely!
Teacher helps student expand and correct the answers
Why do you think exercise is important for our health?
What kinds of exercise do you enjoy the most and why?
How often do you think we should exercise each week?
What are some fun ways to include more physical activity in our day?
How does regular exercise affect our mood and energy levels?
Can you name some benefits of exercise besides just getting stronger?
How do you stay motivated to keep exercising regularly?
What is your favorite time of day to exercise and why?
How can we balance exercise with good nutrition?
What advice would you give someone who wants to start exercising but doesn’t know how to begin?
Review
Let’s review the lesson with teacher
6 words and phrases in the lesson
Grammer points
Discussing about the importance of exercise
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Homework
Do homework
Describe an excellent workout session you’ve had (8-15 sentences).
Then speaking practice & record an audio to send to teacher for checking pronunciation
