Fitness Plan 1. Listen and fill in the blanks Everyone knows the importance of ………………., but many of us complain that we just …………............ Well, what if you were the president of the United …………? These days, Barack Obama no longer has much time for ………….., entertainment, or even …………... Since taking office however, he has maintained his commitment to keeping fit. Exercise makes him more ……………... If he misses a work out, he just doesn’t feel his …………….. The President usually starts his ………. in the gym. It’s a place where he can release ……………., clear his …………. and focus on the coming day’s events. His typical …………….. includes …………. and weight training for at least ……. minutes, six days a week. He is also a huge …………………. fan. He was a member of his high …………..basketball team, and still plays as often as possible. “Basketball has taught him to think quickly on his feet.” The president believes it’s important to balance …………. and health. According to Obama, “If you really want to succeed in your career and in your relationships, you need to carve out time to …………… of your ……… as well.” If the busiest man in the …………….. can make time for fitness, so can we ! 2. Quizz 1) The main idea of the article is to promote ______ . a) President Obama b) fitness and exercise c) basketball and recreation 2) President Obama usually starts his day ______ . a) jogging around the White House b) exercising in the gym c) playing pick up basketball 3) Basketball has taught him how to _____ . a) move quickly b) stay healthy c) think quickly 4) He says exercise can help people with their _____ . a) appearance and confidence b) weight and blood pressure c) careers and relationships 5) How often does President Obama exercise? a) usually twice a day b) about three times a week c) nearly every day 6) What is the main message of the last paragraph? a) Exercise is as important as a career b) Exercise can be fun c) Everyone has time to exercise 3. What about you ? What sport(s) do you play and why ? (Answer in your exercise book)
