17.A. Checking in & out: Listening

LISTENING

Listen to the expressions and conversations. Then, select the option that best describes the objective of each section. Click on "Check" to confirm your answers.

   1.Let’s learn how to …      2.Let’s practice some useful expressions…      3.Let’s put everything together…   


Talk about gym activities

A: I’m going to the gym to work out. I’m gaining too much weight.
B: Good for you! How is it going?
A: Last week I started with aerobics and I’m feeling a lot better.

A: Look at that elegant suit!
B: Yes. It’s beautiful. But I’m out of shape to wear it.
A: Why don´t you work out at the gym? You need to shape up a little bit.

A: How often do you go to the gym?
B: Usually three times a week.




A: Your muscles look bigger.
B: Well, I’m going to the gym to work on my arms.
A: What do you mean?
B: I lift weighs up and down at least four times a week.

A: I’m out of shape, but I never have time to go to the gym.
B: That’s no excuse! You can start doing push-ups and sit-ups at home. So, you will strengthen your stomach muscles.

A: Are you going to the gym?
B: Yes. I have a new membership plan and an excellent trainer.
A: Good for you! I should do the same.
B: You should! Why don’t you start with aerobics and spinning?






- I’m going to the gym to work out.
- I work on the treadmill each time I go to the gym.
- I’m out of shape. How about you?
- Don’t you want to go for aerobics?
- You don’t work out anymore. Stop putting it off.
- You need to increase your pace on the treadmill if you want to lose weight.






Conversation
A: You look slimmer. Are you going to the gym?
B: Yes. I joined the Fitness Club a couple of weeks ago.
A: How do you exercise?
B: I usually spin for approximately 30 minutes and then lift some weights. I’m working on my arms and legs. What about you?

A: I’m not exercising as I should. I’m getting lazy.
B: Why don’t we go together some day? I have a new membership plan that allows me to invite a friend twice a month.