Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Fitness Activities & Gyms 3

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a fitness class for mothers and babies.

There are descriptions of eight fitness centers.

Decide which fitness center would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Laura wants to get out of the house to meet other new mothers. She prefers gentle exercise that helps her relax. She is looking for a good multi-class deal, specifically a free session if she buys five.

2   Chloe needs a fitness class held on the weekend because she works during the week. She wants an energetic workout to improve her strength. It is important that the center provides free parking for her car.

3   Jessica wants a morning class that focuses on slow stretching and flexibility for her and her infant. She is on a tight budget and needs an inexpensive option where she can pay for single classes.

4   Megan is looking for a class suitable for older babies over one year old. She wants a fun environment with interactive musical games. Since she does not drive, the venue must be near a bus stop.

5   Rachel wants an indoor class to stay warm during winter. She needs a center that provides clean baby-changing areas and exercise mats. She is only free to attend sessions during the evening after 6 p.m.

Mom and Baby Fitness Classes

A Petra’s Yoga Sessions

Are you a new mother looking for a regular reason to leave your home and chat with friendly people? Our calm weekly classes focus on light, slow movements to help you feel peaceful. Best of all, if you purchase a block of five tickets today, you will receive one extra class for zero cost!

B Active Moms

Forget about boring routines! Join our high-energy cardio and strength building workouts designed specifically for busy parents. We meet every Saturday and Sunday morning at our modern studio. Our visitors love our large on-site car park, which is completely free for all members, making your weekend trip totally stress-free.

C Morning Stretch

Start your day right with our popular 9 a.m. sessions. We focus completely on gentle stretching movements to improve your flexibility while your infant rests safely next to you. This is an incredibly low-cost option for budget-conscious families, as we allow you to pay a cheap price for individual classes anytime.

D Toddler Tunes & Fitness

This lively program is perfect for active toddlers aged twelve to eighteen months. We play fun songs and use colorful toys for exciting interactive games that you and your child will love. Our sports hall is located in a great downtown area, exactly opposite the town’s main coach station.

E Moonlight Gym

Keep away from the freezing winter weather inside our beautifully heated hall. We host our modern mom and baby classes every weekday evening at 7 p.m. Moms can relax because we provide clean shifting tables and premium soft mats at no extra charge. It is a wonderful space to stay healthy!

F Sunny Day Buggy Walk

Do you want to escape your house, breathe some fresh air, and meet friendly neighborhood parents? Our weekend walking group meets every Saturday at the park gates for a refreshing stroll. It is completely free to join and perfect for a light workout, but please bring your own rain jacket in case it pours.

G Little Jumpers

Bring your older babies and toddlers to our colorful playroom for a morning full of energetic bouncing and games! Parents can stay close and assist their children on the equipment. We offer individual tickets at very low prices, and the venue features a large, secure zone outside to lock up your bicycles safely.

H Sunset Pilates

Unwind after a busy day with our evening Pilates classes starting at 6:30 p.m. We specialize in helping mothers recover safely from physical strain and minor injuries inside our cozy indoor studio. We provide premium exercise mats for everyone, but please note that child-care facilities and baby-changing tables are currently unavailable at this venue.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a high-intensity boot camp to attend.

There are descriptions of eight high-intensity boot camps.

Decide which high-intensity boot camp would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to see physical changes quickly. He needs to train early in the morning before going to the office, and he hopes to use heavy metal equipment like dumbbells during his workout sessions.

2   Mia loves exercising outdoors in the fresh air. She wants to sweat a lot to feel like she is working hard, and she needs an energetic teacher who shouts loudly to keep everyone motivated.

3   Sam wants a class that completely tests his physical limits. Because he is new to this, he requires a special session for complete beginners. He also needs the venue to provide excellent hot showers.

4   Elena is looking for extremely short classes that finish in under half an hour. She wants to focus mainly on making her legs stronger, and she expects the gym to provide digital heart monitors.

5   David wants to do his exercises while listening to fast dance music. He prefers doing activities in pairs with another person. He also needs to pay for each visit separately without signing a long contract.

High-Intensity Boot Camps

A Iron Dawn Bootcamp

See a difference in your shape in just two weeks! We unlock our doors at 6 a.m. for busy workers. You will lift huge metal bars and heavy bells to build incredible strength. It is a tough start to the day, but absolutely worth the effort!

B Park Power Sessions

Join us on the grass in the local park for our intense summer program! You will definitely need a towel because our exercises guarantee you will be dripping with moisture. Our fantastic coaches yell instructions loudly to ensure everybody keeps moving and never gives up during the tough routines.

C Extreme Base Fitness

We guarantee to test your body harder than ever before, taking you completely to the edge of your energy. If you have never exercised, we run a gentle starting class to explain the basic movements safely. Afterwards, you can wash off in our wonderful, modern, hot washing facilities.

D Lightning Fit

Our energetic twenty-minute blasts are perfect for people with very little free time. We concentrate entirely on building powerful muscles in your lower body, including deep jumps and squats. We also hand out digital wristbands to every student so you can easily check your pulse on the big screen.

E Beat Sync Bootcamp

Move your body to the latest high-energy DJ club tracks! We carefully design our routines so you must cooperate with a teammate to complete the physical challenges. You won’t be trapped in an expensive monthly membership either, as we only charge you for the individual days you actually attend.

F Titan Training

Test your physical boundaries by picking up our massive metal bars and heavy equipment! This is a serious environment for athletes who want to see what they are completely capable of. We only run evening classes, and please remember to clean up at home as our bathrooms are currently closed.

G Sweat Studio

Be prepared to get completely soaked in moisture at our amazing indoor fitness center! We play fantastic electronic pop tunes through massive speakers to keep your energy high. Everyone exercises completely alone on their own mat, so you can just focus purely on your own personal fitness journey today.

H Rapid Core

Notice massive changes in your fitness in just a few short days! Our intense daily classes last exactly fifteen minutes from start to finish. We focus exclusively on your stomach and upper body muscles using only your own body weight, so absolutely no heavy equipment is ever used here.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a dance aerobics or Zumba class.

There are descriptions of eight dance fitness classes.

Decide which dance class would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to drop a few kilos through dance. He absolutely loves moving to South American tunes and needs a class that happens late in the evening from Monday to Friday because of his busy office job.

2   Sarah and her friends want a workout that feels like a nightclub. None of them have danced before, so it must be for absolute beginners. They also want a place where they can purchase fresh fruit drinks after exercising.

3   Maria is looking for an energetic, fun way to burn fat on Saturday or Sunday mornings. She has a young toddler, so she requires a fitness centre that offers supervised play areas for children while she does her workout.

4   David wants to learn proper dance steps while getting fit, and he prefers exercising outside in the fresh air. He drives his own car to his workouts, so a venue that doesn’t charge for parking is essential for him.

5   Emma only has thirty minutes to spare during her work breaks, so she needs a brief, fast-paced class featuring Spanish and Brazilian beats. She also needs somewhere to wash and get clean before returning to her office.

Dance Aerobics and Zumba Classes

A Salsa Sweat

Shed those extra pounds moving to the best rhythms from Colombia and Puerto Rico! Our energetic instructors will keep you sweating and smiling throughout the whole routine. We run sessions every night at 8:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday, making it the perfect post-work activity to get you in fantastic shape.

B Neon Rhythms

Step into our darkened studio filled with colourful flashing lights and loud music! It feels exactly like a disco, but you are burning calories. It doesn’t matter if you have zero experience; our moves are super simple to follow. Afterwards, chat with friends at our cafe serving delicious vitamin smoothies.

C Weekend Movers

Join our joyful, high-intensity aerobic parties every Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m.! You will have a brilliant time while melting away calories. There is no need to worry about your little ones, as our trained staff will entertain your kids in the secure nursery while you enjoy the music.

D Sunshine Aerobics

Leave the stuffy gym behind and join our open-air fitness sessions in the park! Our expert teachers focus on teaching you exact choreography, so you’ll master real dance routines while improving your health. There is a huge area for vehicles right next to the grass which costs nothing to use.

E Express Fiesta

Don’t have much free time? Our half-hour lunchtime blasts are exactly what you need! You will move incredibly fast to the latest salsa and reggaeton hits, guaranteeing a great workout. We provide luxury changing rooms with plenty of hot water and soap so you can return to work feeling fresh.

F Club Cardio

Experience an unforgettable workout with laser lights, a live DJ, and a true festival atmosphere! After dancing, you can relax at our juice bar and purchase delicious vegetable blends. However, these advanced routines are quite complex, so they are only suitable for people who already know how to dance well.

G Midnight Havana

Lose yourself in the incredible sounds of South America! We play the greatest Latin hits to help you sweat, smile, and lose weight in a friendly environment. We only open our doors on Saturday and Sunday nights at 9 p.m., making it a fabulous way to spend your weekend.

H Nature Groove

Exercise outside in the sunshine with our completely free-style dance workouts. There is no complicated choreography to learn; just listen to the pop music and move your body however you want! Guests love our complimentary car park, which is completely free to use for anyone attending our afternoon fitness parties.

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