Unit 7: A2 Vocabulary—Health and Exercise
Diet
Definition: The kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eats.
Example: “She follows a healthy diet to stay fit.”
Nutrition
Definition: The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
Example: “Good nutrition is important for overall health.”
Exercise
Definition: Activity requiring physical effort, carried out to sustain or improve health and fitness.
Example: “Regular exercise helps you stay healthy.”
Jogging
Definition: Running at a gentle pace, typically as a form of exercise.
Example: “He goes jogging every morning in the park.”
Yoga
Definition: A Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, including breath control, meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, widely practiced for health and relaxation.
Example: “Yoga helps to improve flexibility and reduce stress.”
Weightlifting
Definition: The activity of lifting heavy weights, especially in order to become stronger or more muscular.
Example: “She goes to the gym for weightlifting three times a week.”
Stretching
Definition: Exercises to improve the elasticity of muscles and joints.
Example: “Stretching before a workout can help prevent injuries.”
Cardio
Definition: Exercises that raise your heart rate, typically including running, cycling, and swimming.
Example: “He does 30 minutes of cardio every day.”
Strength Training
Definition: Physical exercises designed to improve strength and endurance.
Example: “Strength training is important for building muscle.”
Fitness
Definition: The condition of being physically fit and healthy.
Example: “She works on her fitness by going to the gym regularly.”
Calorie
Definition: A unit of energy that is used to measure the amount of energy food provides.
Example: “He tracks his calorie intake to manage his weight.”
Protein
Definition: A nutrient that is essential for growth and repair of tissues in the body.
Example: “Chicken and fish are good sources of protein.”
Vitamins
Definition: Organic compounds that are necessary in small quantities for healthy growth and development.
Example: “Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins.”
Hydration
Definition: The process of causing something to absorb water.
Example: “Drinking plenty of water ensures proper hydration.”
Meditation
Definition: The practice of focusing the mind and eliminating distractions to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state.
Example: “Meditation can help reduce stress and improve concentration.”
Aerobics
Definition: A form of physical exercise that combines rhythmic aerobic exercise with stretching and strength training routines.
Example: “She enjoys aerobics classes at her local gym.”
Pilates
Definition: A system of exercises using special apparatus, designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture.
Example: “Pilates helps to strengthen core muscles.”
Running
Definition: The activity or sport of moving swiftly on foot.
Example: “Running is a great way to improve cardiovascular health.”
Cycling
Definition: The activity of riding a bicycle.
Example: “Cycling to work is a good form of exercise.”
Swimming
Definition: The sport or activity of propelling oneself through water using the limbs.
Example: “Swimming is an excellent full-body workout.”
Walking
Definition: The activity of moving at a regular pace by lifting and setting down each foot in turn.
Example: “Walking in the park is a relaxing way to exercise.”
Gym
Definition: A place with equipment and facilities for doing exercises, such as weightlifting and aerobics.
Example: “She goes to the gym every evening after work.”
Heart Rate
Definition: The number of heartbeats per unit of time, usually per minute.
Example: “His heart rate increases during intense exercise.”
Endurance
Definition: The ability to endure an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way.
Example: “Running long distances helps to build endurance.”
Well-being
Definition: The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
Example: “Regular exercise contributes to overall well-being.”