Sports and exercise

LISTENING • A1 • SHORT ANSWERS
Sports and Exercise
Listen to the audio, then write short answers (1–4 words) in the boxes.
1
What does Anna like?
2
Is Anna a professional?
3
How often does she try to move?
4
When does she usually walk on weekdays?
5
How long does she usually walk?
6
What does she sometimes do at home?
7
When does she often go to the park with her friend?
8
What does she do in winter when she doesn’t go outside a lot?

Sports and exercise

LISTENING • A1 • TIMELINE

Put the events in order

Choose the correct order (1–8). Then click Check answers. Empty items are not checked.

David introduces the topic: sports and exercise.

He says why exercise is important for him (to feel good / stay healthy).

He talks about what he usually does during the week (for example: gym or running).

He mentions how often he exercises (for example: two or three times a week).

He describes one sport he likes (for example: football) and when he plays it.

He says what he does to make exercise easier or more fun (music / friends).

He talks about exercise in different seasons or places (for example: summer vs winter).

He finishes with a short conclusion about why he likes sports and exercise.

Sports and exercise

LISTENING • A1 • FILL THE GAPS

Sports and exercise

Listen again and type the missing word(s) exactly. Empty answers are not checked.

1

Maria loves ___.

2

She goes ___ twice a week.

3

Swimming is good for her ___.

4

She also rides her ___ when the weather is nice.

5

She usually rides in the ___ after dinner.

6

Sometimes she does ___ online.

7

She doesn’t like ___.

8

Sport is also good for the ___.

Sports and exercise

🎧 Listening A1 — Sports and exercise

Three speakers talk about how they exercise and stay active (Present Simple + frequency).

I usually… Sometimes I… twice a week / three times a week On weekends…
🏃‍♀️ Healthy habits

SCRIPT 1

Anna
  • 1

    Hi, I’m Anna. I like sports, but I’m not a professional.

  • 2

    I try to move every day.

  • 3

    On weekdays, I usually walk after work for about thirty minutes.

  • 4

    Sometimes I do yoga at home. I follow a simple video, and it helps me relax.

  • 5

    On Saturdays, I often go to the park with my friend. We jog slowly, and we talk while we run.

  • 6

    I don’t like very hard exercise, but I like to feel active.

  • 7

    In winter, I don’t go outside a lot, so I do short workouts in my room.

  • 8

    I feel better when I exercise, and I sleep well at night.

Useful words: professional, move, yoga, follow a video, jog, workouts, sleep well.

SCRIPT 2

David
  • 1

    Hello, I’m David. I enjoy exercise because it gives me energy.

  • 2

    I go to the gym three times a week, usually on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

  • 3

    I do simple things: I run on the treadmill, and I lift light weights.

  • 4

    I don’t train for a long time—about forty minutes.

  • 5

    On weekends, I play football with my friends.

  • 6

    We meet on Sunday morning at a small field near our houses.

  • 7

    I’m not the best player, but I have fun.

  • 8

    When the weather is bad, I stay at home and do stretching.

  • 9

    Exercise is important for me because it keeps me healthy and happy.

Useful words: gives me energy, gym, treadmill, weights, field, stretching, healthy.

SCRIPT 3

Maria
  • 1

    Hi, I’m Maria. I love sports and I like trying new activities.

  • 2

    I go swimming twice a week because it is good for my back and it helps me feel calm.

  • 3

    I also ride my bike when the weather is nice. I usually ride in the evening after dinner.

  • 4

    It is not too hot, and the streets are quiet.

  • 5

    Sometimes I do dance classes online. It is a fun way to exercise, and I smile a lot.

  • 6

    I don’t like running, because I get tired quickly, but I like walking fast.

  • 7

    For me, sport is not only for the body—it is also good for the mind.

Useful words: activities, swimming, ride a bike, dance classes, tired quickly, mind.