Practice English Reading Exercises for A2 – Exercise & Keeping Fit

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

1   Which person exercises for an exact number of minutes before playing?

     (A) Leo   (B) Maya   (C) Toby

2   Who prefers to get their body ready with another person?

     (A) Leo   (B) Maya   (C) Toby

3   Which person pays special attention to an area that they injured in the past?

     (A) Leo   (B) Maya   (C) Toby

4   Who plays some songs to help them feel excited for the match?

     (A) Leo   (B) Maya   (C) Toby

5   Which person puts on a warm item of clothing while preparing for the game?

     (A) Leo   (B) Maya   (C) Toby

6   Who has a hot drink to help their body temperature before they start?

     (A) Leo   (B) Maya   (C) Toby

7   Who follows the advice of a relative about how to get ready?

     (A) Leo   (B) Maya   (C) Toby

Warming Up Before the Match

Leo

I always prepare for my football games by myself because I need to concentrate. My routine takes exactly twenty minutes, no more and no less. I look at my watch to check! While I run and stretch, I put on my headphones and play fast pop hits. Hearing those beats makes me feel full of energy and ready to win. My teammates usually wear heavy coats before we begin, but I get too hot. I just wear my normal shorts and t-shirt.

Maya

When I play tennis in the winter, the air is freezing. To stop my arms from getting cold, I never take off my thick jumper until the match begins. I also remember the exercises my uncle showed me last year, and I do them every time. He is a great coach! I never like loud noises before I play, so I don’t use a radio. Instead, I always prepare with a girl on my team. We chat and do our movements side by side.

Toby

My sports teacher says it is really important to prepare your muscles. I don’t use a clock; I just stop when I feel warm enough. A few years ago, I had a bad problem with my knees and couldn’t play basketball for months. Now, I always concentrate on moving my lower legs very carefully so it doesn’t happen again. Before I step onto the court, I also like to buy a large cup of sweet tea. The heated liquid makes me feel perfectly warm inside.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

1   Who plays the game to prepare for a real-life event?

     (A) Lucas   (B) Mia   (C) Noah

2   Who says the game is better when playing with other people?

     (A) Lucas   (B) Mia   (C) Noah

3   Who thinks the game helps them learn new types of music?

     (A) Lucas   (B) Mia   (C) Noah

4   Who feels that some parts of the game are too difficult?

     (A) Lucas   (B) Mia   (C) Noah

5   Who gets very tired after playing for a short time?

     (A) Lucas   (B) Mia   (C) Noah

6   Who likes that they don’t need extra equipment to play?

     (A) Lucas   (B) Mia   (C) Noah

7   Who bought the game at a lower price?

     (A) Lucas   (B) Mia   (C) Noah

Dancing for Fun and Fitness

Lucas

I absolutely love “Star Dancer.” It is an amazing way to do some exercise inside my house. I use a controller, and I usually have to lie down on the sofa after just ten minutes of jumping around! It really makes you sweat. Aside from the fitness part, I also discover a lot of fantastic songs I never listened to before. The software teaches you the steps slowly, so I don’t think it is hard at all. I paid full price for it, but it is worth every penny.

Mia

My parents paid a lot of money for this software for my birthday. I play it alone in my bedroom nearly every evening for an hour. I want to be good on the dance floor for my cousin’s wedding next month, so this is perfect practice! At first, the steps are very simple. However, when the speed goes up on the final stages, I cannot move my feet fast enough! It takes a lot of energy, but it is a fun way to spend the afternoon.

Noah

This dance game is the most exciting thing I own right now. It usually costs 50 dollars, but the shop gave me a 50% discount last weekend! The best thing is you only hold your mobile in your hand; you don’t have to buy expensive things to put on your feet to track your steps. I mainly dance to my favorite pop tracks. It is okay if you play by yourself, but it is much more enjoyable if you have a group of classmates to compete against in the living room!

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

1   Who thinks that good shoes can stop you from getting hurt?

     (A) Harry   (B) Liam   (C) Noah

2   Who wears their trainers when they are not doing sports?

     (A) Harry   (B) Liam   (C) Noah

3   Who had to buy a new pair of shoes very quickly?

     (A) Harry   (B) Liam   (C) Noah

4   Who bought their shoes from a website?

     (A) Harry   (B) Liam   (C) Noah

5   Who got advice from an expert about what to buy?

     (A) Harry   (B) Liam   (C) Noah

6   Who explains that they can move faster now because of their shoes?

     (A) Harry   (B) Liam   (C) Noah

7   Who thinks the colour and style of the shoes are less important than how they feel?

     (A) Harry   (B) Liam   (C) Noah

The Importance of Comfortable Trainers

Harry

Having comfortable trainers is really important if you want to keep your feet and legs safe while exercising. Before I got my new ones, my knees always ached after a long workout. Now, I don’t feel any pain! I actually ordered these from a sports website on the internet because I didn’t have time to visit a shop in town. They are bright red, and I absolutely love the modern design. However, I only put them on when I am at the gym. I change into my normal shoes as soon as I finish my workout.

Liam

Last month, I entered a running competition, but my old shoes broke! I went straight to the sports shop and got a replacement pair in a big rush, just one day before the race. Luckily, they are incredibly comfortable. In fact, my speed has improved a lot, and I finish my 5-kilometre runs in much less time now. Some of my friends buy trainers just because they are a cool colour, but I don’t care if my shoes look ugly. Feeling soft on my feet is much more important to me than looking cool.

Noah

I do a lot of walking and jumping in my daily exercise class. A few months ago, my sports teacher noticed I was having trouble with my feet. He is a professional coach and told me exactly which brand to get. I spent three weeks trying on different pairs in the shop before I finally chose these, so I certainly didn’t hurry! Even though I am quite a slow runner, they feel amazing. They are so soft inside that I don’t just use them for exercise. I keep them on to go shopping or meet friends.

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