Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Fitness Activities & Gyms 4

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Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a water aerobics class.

There are descriptions of eight aqua-fit sessions.

Decide which aqua-fit session would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Martha is 70 and has bad knees, so she needs a gentle water class that won’t hurt her joints. She is also looking for a place where she can sit and have a cup of tea with others after exercising.

2   David recently hurt his leg playing football and needs to recover safely in the pool. He specifically wants to improve his arm strength. Because he works during the day, he must find a class that starts after 7 p.m.

3   Elena is looking for a fast, energetic water workout to burn calories. She is a strong swimmer and prefers exercising in deep water. She is very busy during the week, so she can only attend classes on Saturday or Sunday mornings.

4   Leo has never tried water aerobics before and wants a fun beginner’s class with loud pop music. He doesn’t have much money, so he wants to find a pool where he can try his first lesson completely for free.

5   Sofia is expecting a baby and wants a relaxing water class with gentle stretching. She gets cold easily, so the pool water must be heated. She always drives, so it is essential that the sports centre has a car park.

Aqua-Fit Sessions

A Silver Splash

This daytime session is designed specially for people over the age of sixty-five. The slow movements in the water are completely safe and will not cause any pain in your legs or arms. Afterwards, everyone gathers in our comfortable cafe to enjoy hot beverages and friendly conversations together.

B Aqua Power

If you are returning to fitness after hurting yourself on the pitch, this is the perfect pool session for you. We use special water weights to help you build bigger, stronger shoulder and chest muscles. Our doors open at 8 p.m., making it an ideal choice for busy office workers.

C Deep Blue Cardio

Get ready to sweat in the pool! This is a high-energy, fast-moving workout where your feet will never touch the bottom, so you must be confident in the water. We meet every Saturday and Sunday at 9 a.m., which is a great way to start your days off right.

D Party Waves

Just starting out on your fitness journey? Join us in the water for a brilliant introductory workout, guided by expert teachers. We play the latest chart hits at high volume to keep you moving! Better yet, you don’t have to pay a penny for your first visit with us.

E Tropical Flex

Discover the benefits of calm, safe movement. This session focuses on easy stretches that are highly recommended for mothers-to-be. You will love our special indoor pool, which is always kept wonderfully hot. Drivers will also be delighted to know we have a large vehicle area right outside the front doors.

F Night Splash

Protect your body while staying active. This class is fantastic if you want to avoid hurting your legs and knees during exercise. We welcome everyone to our late-night sessions, which begin at half-past eight. Please note that our snack bar is currently closed, so bring your own drinks from home.

G Aqua Beats

Jump into the deep end and experience a wild, fast-paced workout! We play fantastic dance tracks through our large speakers to keep your energy high. These sessions run every Wednesday and Friday afternoon. Everyone must purchase a full-price ticket online before arriving, as we do not offer any special discounts.

H Warm Waters Club

Step into our beautifully heated swimming area and let your worries float away. Our instructors will guide you through very gentle, relaxing movements that are perfect for older guests. Because we are located on a busy high street, visitors must arrive by bus, as there are absolutely no spaces for cars.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a boxing or kickboxing fitness class.

There are descriptions of eight fitness centers.

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

1   Lucas needs an evening fitness class to help him let out frustration and anger after a busy workday. He specifically wants to practice striking focus pads with a partner to burn energy and reduce his heavy stress levels.

2   Emma is a complete beginner who wants to discover simple punching techniques on a low budget. She hopes to find an affordable studio where she can practice hitting soft targets with gloves without spending too much money.

3   Sam is looking for a Saturday or Sunday morning class to help him calm his mind and forget his weekly worries. He wants an instructor who can teach him fundamental punching moves in a relaxed environment.

4   Mia wants to join a women-only martial arts class on the weekend. She is keen to learn beginner punching drills and wants plenty of opportunities to strike heavy training shields to improve her overall physical power.

5   David wants a private, individual session with an expert trainer to help him release deep tension and anger. He wants to focus strictly on striking focus mitts with maximum power during his one-to-one workout.

Boxing and Kickboxing Specialised Gyms

A Evening Energy

Forget your difficult daytime troubles at this intense late-day workout. Our sessions focus on letting out raw frustration and anger by striking leather target mitts with your partner. It is the ultimate way to lower your daily anxiety levels while sweating. Classes run every weekday from 7 p.m. onwards.

B Budget Boxer

Discover the joy of combat sports without a high price tag! We offer the most inexpensive starter rates in the city. Newcomers will learn fundamental striking moves, including the basic jab and cross. Best of all, half of every class is spent practicing combinations by hitting soft hand shields with gloves.

C Weekend Calm

Start your Saturday or Sunday at 9 a.m. with our relaxing combat fitness program. Designed to lower your worries and clear your thoughts, our professional trainers safely introduce beginners to simple punching techniques. We guarantee a peaceful, supportive atmosphere that will leave you feeling completely refreshed for the upcoming week.

D Female Power

This ladies-only weekend workshop is perfect for developing your physical strength and confidence. Our friendly team will show you how to execute beginner punching moves correctly. You will get an amazing workout using gloves to repeatedly strike massive protective shields held by our coaches. Come and train in a safe, encouraging environment!

E Solo Strike

Achieve total mental relaxation with our exclusive single-client appointments. If you are dealing with built-up anger or pressure, our customized routines let you strike focus cushions with full force. Your personal instructor looks after you throughout the entire one-to-one session, ensuring you master your technique away from any large crowds.

F Advanced Action

Are you ready for a major physical challenge? Our fast-paced evening program features advanced combinations and complex kickboxing strategies. You will spend hours striking heavy pads with dynamic speed. While it is an incredible physical workout, it is strictly designed for experienced fighters, so no beginner training or basic drills are available.

G Ladies on a Budget

We are proud to host highly affordable, low-cost martial arts training on Tuesday and Thursday nights. This protective, women-only zone focuses heavily on traditional kickboxing styles. Participants will learn how to execute spectacular spinning kicks and high knee strikes safely. Please note we do not use hand targets or practice punching moves.

H Morning Rhythm

Join our high-tempo Saturday morning aerobic workouts to escape your stressful routine! We move to loud music to help you forget your weekly anxieties and completely clear your head. This program uses the shadow-boxing style, meaning you only punch the air. No pad work, target gloves, or physical contact are used here.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a strength and weightlifting gym to join.

There are descriptions of eight strength and weightlifting gyms.

Decide which gym would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Lucas wants to build his muscles using guided machines. He needs a place that opens very early in the morning before he goes to the office. He also needs a café to buy a hot breakfast after training.

2   Mia prefers to lift heavy metal bars and free weights. She needs a professional instructor to check her technique and give her advice. She travels by bus, so she needs a stop very close by.

3   Sam and Leo want to enter organized lifting competitions to test their power. They need a place that offers cheap prices for students. They also want a gym with a hot steam room to relax their bodies.

4   Isabella is looking for a gym with mostly mechanical resistance equipment instead of loose weights. She works late, so she needs a place that never closes. She also needs free parking because she drives there.

5   David wants to increase his muscle size by training in an outdoor area. He doesn’t own much equipment, so he needs to buy some new lifting gloves and sports clothes at the gym when he arrives.

Strength and Weightlifting Gyms

A The Iron Hub

Improve your physical power using our fantastic range of modern mechanical equipment. We unlock our front doors at 5 a.m. every single day, which is absolutely perfect for busy workers. After your energetic workout, you can easily purchase delicious hot meals and healthy fruit drinks from our excellent café kitchen.

B Core Strength

If you love picking up huge metal bars, we have plenty of them here! Our professional coaches are always walking around, ready to help improve how you safely lift the heavy items. The local passenger transport stops directly outside our main entrance, so getting here without a car is simple.

C Power Station

We organise exciting monthly lifting contests where you can safely test your incredible physical strength against other local members. It won’t cost you a fortune either, as we offer fantastic price discounts for young people currently in education. Afterwards, rest your tired body in our wonderful, relaxing hot steam room.

D Midnight Muscle

If you prefer using safe, guided mechanical devices instead of loose metal bars, this is definitely the perfect venue for you. We never lock our doors, so you are welcome to train at any hour of the night. You can also leave your vehicle in our massive complimentary space outside.

E Titan Yard

Grow significantly bigger and stronger in our fantastic fresh-air workout zone, exercising right under the sun! If you forget to pack anything, just visit our massive on-site store to quickly pick up new sports shorts or protective hand covers. It is definitely the ultimate place for serious athletes to train.

F Steel Works

This huge facility is filled entirely with modern resistance machines to help you safely get fit. We open very early in the morning and offer plenty of free spaces for cars. However, please remember to bring a packed lunch as we only sell cold bottled water from our small reception.

G Heavy Duty Gym

Easily reached by the underground railway, this is a brilliant spot for anyone wanting to lift extremely heavy metal bars. We have loads of amazing equipment available. However, please note that there are absolutely no staff members available to give you advice or teach you how to exercise safely.

H Champion’s Field

Train outside on the green grass and prepare for our amazing weekend strength tournaments. We even have a wonderful heated pool for relaxing your muscles afterwards. Please remember that we are a luxury, expensive club, and all members must bring their own equipment and clothing as we have no shop.

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