Something You Do that Is Good for Your Health Tell me about something you do that is good for your health .
You should say:
what is it you do
how often you do it
whether you do this activity alone or with other people
and say why it is good for your health
.
.
Running/jogging: Since when? How often?
· Good exercise: muscles
+
heart
.
Mental health
+
persistence
+
no stress
· If I don't do it...
.
Stretching
+
healthy food
I try to go running as often as I can. I started this activity when I was in high school. At the
time, my father and I would go jogging at night, after I did my homework. It was a good chance to
spend time with my Dad since the two of us were extremely busy all the time. Nowadays, I try to
go running at least twice a week, but it depends on my schedule.
First of all, running is a great form of exercise
.
It's beneficial for my heart, as I try to maintain my
efforts for at least 45 minutes every time
.
It's a sport of endurance
.
I need at least 15 minutes to
warm up, and then I try to go a bit faster to break a sweat. It's definitely a good workout,
especially for my legs
:
it can make my calves, my quads and my hamstrings much stronger.
My PE teacher at school always told us that running could reduce the risks of cardiovascular
disease
(=
heart problems). My mother sometimes goes running too, but it's because she wants to
lose weight. In my case, I don't really run to get stronger, but more to relax and forget about my
homework and stress. As a student I am very busy. Running is a great way for me to release all the
pressure I accumulate because of the competition and the heavy workload at school. In addition,
when I run, I try to push my limits, and it teaches me how to remain determined and persistent.
I found out that if I don't go running on a regular basis, I am more likely to get tired easily,
even frustrated
(=
irritated). I think that running gives me energy, even if it makes me tired right
afterwards. The following day, I usually feel refreshed and dynamic
(=
energetic)
.
Whenever I
feel sad or disappointed about something, I put on my sneakers
(=
trainers) and I go for a run.
Jogging definitely has some psychological benefits for me.
On top of this, I stretch for a long time after running, in order to relax my muscles and avoid
being sore the following day. I think that running is a great way to keep fit, although it could be
a little hard on your knees, which is why it's important to remain flexible. And of course, it is
fundamental to keep a healthy diet. PE teachers and parents should emphasize on this point with
young children. Exercise and nutritious food are the
necessary ingredients for a healthy
lifestyle.