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Conversation Intermediate · Module 24 · Unit 116

Exercise Routines

B2 Intermediate Upper

Learning Objectives

Today, you will engage in a comprehensive review of healthy habits and synthesize the advanced vocabulary you have learned throughout this module.

Discussion

Direction: Answer these questions.
  1. How has your perspective on maintaining physical and mental health shifted over these past lessons?
  2. Can you articulate the most significant challenge you faced while trying to integrate these changes?
  3. In what ways have you applied the concept of equanimity to your daily stressors?

New Words & Expressions

Direction: Listen and repeat these words with your teacher.

  • Regimen

    noun

    /ˈredʒɪmən/

    Meaning:A systematic plan or course of activity.

    He follows a strict morning exercise regimen.

    Real Life Tip:

    Review from Lesson 236.

  • Wholesome

    adjective

    /ˈhoʊlsəm/

    Meaning:Conducive to good health.

    I only choose wholesome meals now.

    Real Life Tip:

    Review from Lesson 237.

  • Resilience

    noun

    /rɪˈzɪliəns/

    Meaning:Capacity to recover quickly.

    I feel more resilience in my daily life.

    Real Life Tip:

    Review from Lesson 238.

  • Compulsion

    noun

    /kəmˈpʌlʃn/

    Meaning:Irresistible urge.

    I fought the compulsion to quit.

    Real Life Tip:

    Review from Lesson 239.

  • Vicious cycle

    idiom

    /ˈvɪʃəs ˈsaɪkl/

    Meaning:Loop of negative outcomes.

    I finally escaped that vicious cycle.

    Real Life Tip:

    Review from Lesson 239.

Conversation

Direction:

  • Listen carefully as your teacher reads the conversation aloud.
  • Role-play the conversation with your teacher
Kevin and Jennifer reflect on their shared journey toward a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.
  • Kevin
    Looking back, our new exercise regimen has made a huge difference.
  • Jennifer
    Absolutely. I feel so much more resilience when handling work stress.
  • Kevin
    And choosing wholesome food has helped me break that vicious cycle of fatigue.

Q&A

Direction: Answer the questions based on the conversation.
  1. What positive changes does Kevin highlight?
  2. How has the food choices impacted Kevin energy levels?
  3. What is the main takeaway from their shared experience?

Exercise

Direction: Choose the correct answer to complete each sentence, then read it aloud. Each question gives you 5 Points.

  1. What is a regimen?

  2. Which term describes a loop of negative outcomes?

  3. I have developed a lot of ____ since we started.

  4. That food is very ____.

  5. we / team / a / great / make / pretty

  6. is / evidence / change / of / that / this

Ask Your Teacher

Direction: Ask your teacher these questions.
  1. Which vocabulary word from this module resonates most with your personal growth?
  2. How would you advise a friend trying to escape a vicious cycle?
  3. Why is it essential to maintain a regimen for mental health?

Your Time To Speak

Direction: Answer using the language you have learned in this lesson. Talk about yourself!
  1. Am I developing real resilience?
  2. Is this regimen sufficient?
  3. What defines a wholesome life?
  4. Do I have any lingering compulsion?
  5. How can I ensure I do not enter a vicious cycle again?
  6. Is it possible to become more resilient every day?
  7. Can I ask for your advice on my progress?
  8. Are there other ways to maintain this growth?
  9. Is this healthy?
  10. What is next for our journey?
Jennifer
I noticed. You do not seem to struggle with the same compulsion for sugar anymore.
  • Kevin
    It feels great to finally be in control of my habits.
  • Jennifer
    It is proof that small changes actually matter long-term.
  • Kevin
    I could not have done this without your support, Jennifer.
  • Jennifer
    We make a pretty great team, don t we?