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B1 \u2014 Intermediate<\/em><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Researchers say that regular strength training may help people live longer. They found that this type of exercise may lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and mental health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the article about how regular strength training may help us live longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/breakingnewsenglish.com\/2606\/260625-strength-training.html<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vocabulary Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. What is \u201cstrength training<\/strong>\u201d? \u201dThe study found that people who did moderate amounts of <\/em>strength training<\/em><\/strong> on a regular basis had a lower risk of dying at a younger age.<\/em>\u201d Use the term in a sentence. Give a synonym.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does \u201cresistance work<\/strong>\u201d mean? \u201cKeep walking, cycling, swimming, or doing whatever gets your heart rate up. But add some resistance work too.<\/em>\u201d Use the term in a sentence. Give a synonym. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What does \u201cto<\/strong> burn up<\/strong>\u201d mean here: \u201dIf we do not keep our muscles active, they do not <\/em>burn up<\/em><\/strong> so much sugar and fat.<\/em>\u201d Use the phrase in a sentence. Give a synonym. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Discussion Questions:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Do you think strength training is important? Why or why not?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Why do many people avoid strength training?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Which do you think is better: strength training or aerobic exercise? Explain your answer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Should schools encourage students to do strength training? Why?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Do you do any strength training? If yes, what kind?<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    6. If you wanted to live a longer and healthier life, what lifestyle changes would you make besides exercising?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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