Part 1
Do you do any sports?
Not really, I always say I’m going to take up exercise and try to get into shape but I never seem to get started. I sometimes wonder whether I should get a personal trainer, someone who will sort out a fitness programme for me and make me train hard.
How do you spend a typical weekend?
I’m a big football fan and always centre around a football match at weekends. I support FC Utrecht and have a season ticket so I go to most of the home games and quite a few of theaway games too. I’m really looking forward to the new football season starting soon.
Have you got any hobbies or interests?
Yes. I’m really keen on sports. I do judo once a week and play tennis in the summer. I think it’s really important to keep fit. It makes you feel good and energised for work and your studies.
Part 3
Why do some people enjoy participating in sport more than others?
That’s a good question. I suppose some people are more concerned about their health. They can’t stand the thought of being out of condition. Other people might be driven to excel. They want to set records or get personal bests.
Which sports do you think are best for people who aren’t used to physical activity?
I think people like this should avoid strenuous exercise so things like circuit training are definitely out of the question...maybe just doing a brisk walk every day, or swimming is always a good way to get started.
Useful Words & Definitions
1.to take up exercise(开始锻炼): to start doing exercise
2.to get into shape( 强身健体): to become fit
3.a personal trainer(私人教练): a sports coach that helps you on a one-to-one basis
4.a fitness programme(一个健身计划): a schedule of activities to keep fit
5.a football fan(一个足球迷): someone who likes football
6.a football season(一个赛季): a period in the year when football is played
7.a home game(主场比赛): a football match played in the teams own stadium
8.an away game(客场比赛): a football match played in the opposing teams stadium
9.to do judo(柔道)
10.to keep fit(保持健康): to stay in good physical condition
11.to be out of condition(健康状态不好): to not be physically fit
12.to set a record(创造纪录): to achieve the best result in a sport
13.a personal best(个人非常好成绩): to achieve the best personal result so far in a sport
14.a brisk walk(快步走): a fast walk
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