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B2 – Upper Intermediate<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A recent study suggests that taking a 5-minute walk every hour may help reduce the harmful effects of sitting for long periods. Participants who took regular walking breaks reported feeling less tired, having a better mood, and experiencing improved blood circulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read the article to know how short walks can help people stay active. They also recommend getting at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week for overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.health.com\/five-minute-walk-every-hour-offsets-effects-of-sitting-12005804<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

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  1. What does “cardiometabolic”<\/strong> mean? “They tested five-minute walks because previous studies have found that this time frame yields better cardiometabolic, <\/strong>mood, and fatigue outcomes than shorter intervals, while still being a realistic goal.”<\/em> Use it in a sentence. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. What does “reset button”<\/strong> mean here: “
    Walking breaks serve as physiological reset buttons<\/strong>\u2014they reactivate the muscles in your legs,\u00a0improve circulation, and give your brain a much-needed break.” <\/em>Use it in a sentence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. What does “hidden cost” <\/strong>mean? “There is a hidden cost<\/strong> to our sedentary lifestyles.” <\/em>Use it in a sentence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

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

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    1. What are the benefits of taking a 5-minute walk every hour? <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Why can sitting for long periods be harmful to our health? <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Do you usually take breaks while working or studying? Why or why not? <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. What are some easy ways to stay active during a busy day? <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Do you think you could make this habit part of your daily routine? Why or why not?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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