Tag Archive: Health & Lifestyle

Guide to yoga styles finds the best fit for beginners

Yoga

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. integrate /IN-ti-greyt / [verb] – to combine two or more things so that they work together This program integrates real-world applications with theoretical knowledge for a comprehensive understanding. precision /pri-SIZH-uhn/ [noun] – the quality of being exact The surgeon’s precision during the operation ensured the patient’s quick recovery. sequence /SEE-kwuhns/ [noun] – a series of things that follow each other in a particular order The director arranged the film sequences to create a gripping narrative. akin /uh-KIN/ [adjective] – similar to something The teamwork required in basketball is akin to that needed in corporate projects. versatility…
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Guide to yoga styles finds the best fit for beginners

Yoga

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。 Do you enjoy gentle or energetic movements more? Have you ever used an online video to learn something new? 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。 gentle /JEN-tl/ [adjective] – calm, kind, or soft The gentle waves lapped against the shore. tissue /TISH-oo/ [noun] – a group of connected cells in an animal or plant that are similar to each other, have the same purpose, and form the stated part of the animal or plant The surgeon carefully worked on repairing damaged tissues during the operation. block /blok/ [noun] –…
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Guide to yoga styles finds the best fit for beginners

Yoga

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you usually do when you want to feel more focused or less stressed? What are some ways people can take care of their bodies and minds at the same time? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. meditation /med-i-TEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the practice of focusing the mind on a specific thought, activity, or object for relaxation or clarity The doctor suggested meditation to help reduce her stress from work. ideal /ahy-DEE-uhl/ [adjective] – perfect or most suitable for a specific purpose or situation The small classroom is ideal for one-on-one…
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New treatment lowers blood pressure for difficult cases

BP

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. persistent /per-SIS-tuhnt/ [adjective] – continuing to exist or endure over a prolonged period She had a persistent cough, which prompted her to visit a doctor for further tests. invasive /in-VEY-siv/ [adjective] – involving entry into the body by cutting or inserting instruments Researchers are developing less invasive techniques to diagnose complex medical conditions. artery /AHR-tuh-ree/ [noun] – one of the thick tubes that carry blood from the heart to other parts of the body Clogged arteries can lead to serious health issues such as heart attacks or strokes. catheter /KATH-i-ter/ [noun] – a long, very thin…
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New treatment lowers blood pressure for difficult cases

BP

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。 Do you think it’s important to balance the cost of treatments with their benefits? Would you feel confident about a treatment that has been tested but not used by many people yet? 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。 average /AV-er-ij/ [noun] – a number expressing the central or typical value in a set of data The average temperature in the city during summer is around 30°C. result /ri-ZUHLT/ [noun] – an outcome or consequence of an action or process The results of the survey showed that most participants preferred…
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New treatment lowers blood pressure for difficult cases

BP

Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If you could invent a new treatment for a health issue, what kind of problem would you focus on solving? What do you think doctors should consider when deciding if a treatment is right for someone? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. hypertension /hahy-per-TEN-shuhn/ [noun] – a medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is consistently higher than normal The doctor explained that hypertension could lead to severe complications if left untreated. stroke /strohk/ [noun] – a sudden change in the blood supply to a part of the…
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People keep balance to stay healthy as they age

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. How do you imagine your life might change as you grow older? What do you think is the most important factor in staying healthy as we age? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. crucial /KROO-shuhl/ [adjective] – extremely important or necessary Good communication is crucial in maintaining a healthy relationship. injury /IN-juh-ree/ [noun] – harm or damage to the body caused by an accident or attack He had multiple injuries after the car accident but is now recovering. assess /uh-SES/ [verb] – to evaluate or judge the nature or ability of…
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