Practice English Reading Exercises for A2 – Exercise & Keeping Fit 9

Exercises:   123456

Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

1   Who puts fruit in their drink?

     (A) Max   (B) Lily   (C) Sam

2   Who finishes their drink before leaving the fitness centre?

     (A) Max   (B) Lily   (C) Sam

3   Who says they don’t enjoy the flavour of the drinks?

     (A) Max   (B) Lily   (C) Sam

4   Who says making the drink themselves is less expensive?

     (A) Max   (B) Lily   (C) Sam

5   Who started having these drinks because of a relative?

     (A) Max   (B) Lily   (C) Sam

6   Who says it is better to have real food after exercising?

     (A) Max   (B) Lily   (C) Sam

7   Who only drinks a shake on certain days of the week?

     (A) Max   (B) Lily   (C) Sam

Protein Shakes After the Gym

Max

I lift heavy weights on Tuesdays and Thursdays, so I only make a shake then. My older brother told me they are great for tired muscles after a hard session. I usually mix the powder with water, and I actually think it is quite delicious! I never wait until I arrive at my house to have it. I always empty my bottle in the changing room before I walk out the door. Sometimes I buy them at the café, but I don’t use apples or bananas because it takes too much time to prepare.

Lily

Some people buy shakes at the sports club to save time, but I stopped having them last month. For me, they are really horrible to drink. I tried mixing them with sweet strawberries, but it didn’t help. I know they give you energy, but now I prefer to cook a healthy dinner like chicken and rice when I finish training. Eating a proper meal is much better for my body than having a strange powder. My sister loves them, but they are just not for me!

Sam

I train every single day, so my body needs lots of protein to get strong. Buying drinks at the gym costs a lot, so I prepare mine in my own kitchen to keep my pocket money. I don’t use the powder that comes in big plastic boxes. Instead, I always add a banana or some oranges to a machine with milk and ice. It tastes wonderful after a hard workout! I put it in my bag, but I never drink it until I finish my shower and get home.

Exercises:   123456