Practice English Reading Exercises for A2 – Exercise & Keeping Fit

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

1   Who swims in a place where there are no other people?

     (A) Harry   (B) Chloe   (C) Dan

2   Who goes to the pool when they finish their job?

     (A) Harry   (B) Chloe   (C) Dan

3   Who had to get some new things for their hobby?

     (A) Harry   (B) Chloe   (C) Dan

4   Who says that swimming helps them to sleep better?

     (A) Harry   (B) Chloe   (C) Dan

5   Who was frightened of the water before they began?

     (A) Harry   (B) Chloe   (C) Dan

6   Who chooses to do their activity in a natural place?

     (A) Harry   (B) Chloe   (C) Dan

7   Who paid someone to show them what to do?

     (A) Harry   (B) Chloe   (C) Dan

Taking Up Swimming for Summer Fitness

Harry

I wanted to get healthier this summer, so I started swimming in the ocean. I prefer going to the beach instead of a noisy sports centre. I already knew how to stay afloat, so I didn’t need a teacher. I usually go early in the morning before I start my office work. However, I didn’t have anything to wear in the water, so I spent some cash on a swimming costume, a large towel, and special glasses. The waves are quite cold, but it makes me feel amazing all day!

Chloe

There is a great pool near my house, and it is the perfect place to exercise. I always go there at five o’clock, as soon as my working day is over. It is often full of kids and families at that time, so it is never quiet! Someday I want to try a lake, but the pool is easier for now. Since I started this activity, I feel much more relaxed. When I go to bed, I close my eyes easily and don’t wake up until morning.

Dan

A few months ago, I couldn’t swim at all. Just looking at a deep pool made me feel very scared! Because I wanted to change this, I gave a sports instructor some money to help me. After a few weeks of classes, I finally felt brave enough. Now, I love it! I wake up at six o’clock on Saturdays so I can visit the local sports centre. At that hour, there is nobody else around, so I have the whole building completely to myself.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

1   Which person uses something from their house to do the exercises?

     (A) Jake   (B) Aisha   (C) Tom

2   Who says it is difficult to understand what the teacher is saying?

     (A) Jake   (B) Aisha   (C) Tom

3   Who does the exercises with someone else in their family?

     (A) Jake   (B) Aisha   (C) Tom

4   Which person thinks the workout takes too much time?

     (A) Jake   (B) Aisha   (C) Tom

5   Who thinks the songs in the background are very good?

     (A) Jake   (B) Aisha   (C) Tom

6   Which person says the workout was not easy when they started?

     (A) Jake   (B) Aisha   (C) Tom

7   Who usually does the exercises early in the day?

     (A) Jake   (B) Aisha   (C) Tom

Following a Home Workout Video

Jake

My sister showed me this fitness clip, but I always do the routine alone after dinner. The man on the screen is very strong, but he talks incredibly fast. It is often hard to catch his instructions while I am jumping around! Also, the whole thing lasts for sixty minutes. By the end, I am completely tired. I would really prefer a quicker routine that I can finish in half the time. However, I don’t need to buy any heavy weights because I just use my own body.

Aisha

I started following a popular fitness instructor on my tablet last month. During the first few weeks, my arms and legs hurt a lot and I couldn’t finish all the jumps. It is quite simple now, though! My younger brother joins me in the living room every afternoon, and we always laugh when we make mistakes together. We just need a little space on the carpet, so we don’t hold any extra things. I usually turn off the volume because I absolutely hate the pop tracks they play!

Tom

I love this workout video because it gets me ready for school. I always put it on my television as soon as I wake up, long before I eat breakfast. It is only a twenty-minute video, so it goes very quickly. To get stronger, the woman in the video tells us to pick up everyday items from the kitchen. I hold a couple of heavy water bottles while I move! The rock guitar playing is fantastic and makes me energetic. My parents are still sleeping when I do it!

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

1   Who plays their sport inside a building?

     (A) Tom   (B) Alex   (C) Ben

2   Who spent money on things to wear for their sport?

     (A) Tom   (B) Alex   (C) Ben

3   Who plays matches with people they work with?

     (A) Tom   (B) Alex   (C) Ben

4   Who feels very sleepy after finishing a game?

     (A) Tom   (B) Alex   (C) Ben

5   Who began playing a sport because their doctor told them to?

     (A) Tom   (B) Alex   (C) Ben

6   Who does their sport two or more days every week?

     (A) Tom   (B) Alex   (C) Ben

7   Who is already lighter than they were before?

     (A) Tom   (B) Alex   (C) Ben

Getting Fit With Team Sports

Tom

I want to get fitter, so I joined a local football team. We practice in the park, which is great because I love being outside in the fresh air. I haven’t dropped any kilos yet, but my legs feel much stronger. Running around a big field for an hour makes me want to go straight to bed when I get home! I didn’t have the right shoes, so I went to the shopping centre last weekend and got some great boots and a new sports shirt. Most of the guys on my team are friends from my university.

Alex

A few months ago, my doctor said I was too heavy and needed to exercise more. Because of that, I started playing basketball. I didn’t buy anything new to wear; I just use my old shorts and a simple t-shirt. Every Friday evening, I have a game with the guys from my office. It’s a really fun way to end the business week. Since I started doing this, my clothes are a bit too big for me, which is amazing! Also, instead of needing a rest, I actually have lots of energy after a match.

Ben

I decided to try volleyball to lose a bit of stomach fat. Nobody told me I had to do it; I just wanted to feel healthier. We play every Tuesday and Thursday evening. We always use the sports hall at the local high school because the weather is usually bad in our town, so we can’t play outside. The games are fast, but I’m never tired afterwards. Right now, I only play with a few neighbours from my street, but we might invite some people from my job next month.

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