Pre-reading Questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。
- Are simple exercises in fitness programs?
- Do people have reasons for doing home workouts?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。
- attainable /uh-TEY-nuh-buhl/
[adjective] – possible to achieve.
A short workout is attainable for many people. - moderate /MOD-er-it/
[adjective] – not too strong or too weak; in the middle.
A moderate workout is easy for beginners. - stabilize /STEY-buh-lahyz/
[verb] – to make something steady
Weights can help stabilize the body in some exercises. - emphasize /verb/
[EM-fuh-sahyz] – to show that something is important
Trainers emphasize good form in workouts. - technique /noun/
[Pronunciation: /tek-NEEK/] – Meaning (Cambridge): a special way of doing something.
A trainer can teach the right technique.
Article Reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。
Many people are now choosing calisthenics because it is easy to do at home, in the office, or in a small gym. Calisthenics uses body weight, so no machines are needed. Trainers say this makes fitness more attainable for beginners who want to start moving. Experts also say that simple exercises like pushups and squats can help people stay active and healthy at a moderate level.
Some scientists say calisthenics can help improve strength, but using weights may sometimes help stabilize the body and make movements safer. Trainers also emphasize the importance of good form so people do not get hurt. As people practice more, they can change each technique to make it harder. Many experts agree that calisthenics is a good way to begin a healthy routine.
Some scientists say calisthenics can help improve strength, but using weights may sometimes help stabilize the body and make movements safer. Trainers also emphasize the importance of good form so people do not get hurt. As people practice more, they can change each technique to make it harder. Many experts agree that calisthenics is a good way to begin a healthy routine.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。
- Calisthenics requires many machines.
- Pushups and squats are examples of simple exercises.
- Trainers say good form is important.
- Weights are never helpful for safety.
- Experts think calisthenics cannot help beginners.
Fill in the Blanks:
Choose the correct word from the table, then fill in the blanks.
適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。
| attainable | moderate | stabilize | emphasize | technique |
- Each exercise has a simple ______ to follow.
- Small goals can be ______ when someone practices often.
- A ______ pace helps people stay active.
- Holding a chair can ______ someone during a squat.
- Teachers ______ safety during exercises.