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Choosing the Right Cardio Machine
There are several types of cardio machines at the gym. People are probably most familiar with the treadmill. The user chooses to walk or run. Elliptical trainers differ because they have pedals. Stair steppers have a continuously moving staircase. All three machines allow for standing workouts. Stationary bikes and rowing machines are for sitting workouts. Upright bikes are built like traditional bikes. On recumbent bikes, the user's weight is further back.
stair stepper
elliptical trainer
recumbent bike
treadmill
rowing machine
upright bike
Answer the questions.
1.What are some types of cardio machines?
2.Which exercise machine are most people familiar with?
3.What are two other machines which allow for a standing workout?
4.Give examples of machines used for sitting workouts.
Insert the words in the gaps.
knees; treadmill; recumbent bike; workout; joints; less stressful
Trainer: Hi, George. How's your 1)............................going today?
George: It's OK. I'm experiencing some pain in my 2)...................., though.
Trainer: That sounds like you're having problems with your 3)...................................
George: What can I do to make it better?
Trainer: Well, right now I see that you're using a 4)........................., which causes lots of strain.
George: OK. What machine would be 5).....................................?
Trainer: I'd suggest the 6)..........................................
George: OK, thanks. I'll try that and let you know how it goes.
Match the words to the explanations.
Recumbent bike
Upright bike
Rowing machine
Stair stepper
An exercise machine that allows for rowing motion in place by pushing with the legs while pulling with the arms.
An exercise machine with a semi-reclined backrest that allows for stationary cycling.
An exercise machine that allows for continuously stepping upward in place.
An exercise machine that allows for stationary cycling in an upright position.
Translate into English.
1.Тя предпочита да тренира на пътека, защото обича да бяга.
2.Той тренира на полегнало колело, защото не натоварва ставите.
3.Ако използваш гребния тренажор, ще се научиш да гребеш по-лесно.
4.Тя изкачи еквивалента на 10 етажа на степера.
5.Пътеките причиняват голямо натоварване на ставите.
6.Как върви тренировката днес?
7.Звучи, като че ли имаш проблеми с коленете.
8.Кой уред е по-малко натоварващ?
Yvonne Corelli – a certified personal trainer and an aerobics instructor
I usually start sessions on the mats. This gets the muscles stretched out and ready to work. Foam rollers are incorporated in the warm-up. Then, I play a game of catch with clients using medicine balls. Sometimes, I add in the balance trainer to up the level of difficulty. Jump ropes get the heart rate up. Stability balls, fitness bars, and resistance bands are my favorites for strength training. I also teach a group fitness step aerobics class twice a week. I utilize stepping blocks in my classes.
medicine ball
foam roller
jump rope
mat
balance trainer
fitness bar
resistance band
stability ball
stepping block
Insert the words in the gaps.
medicine balls; foam rollers; jump ropes; mat
Monica: So, what are we going to do first?
Trainer: We are going to warm up. You need to get a 1)………..
Monica: OK. Where are they?
Trainer: They are hanging on a rack next to the 2)………….
Monica: Oh, I see them now.
Trainer: Grab one of the 3)…………….., too. It will help stretch the muscles.
Monica: And where do I find those?
Trainer: There is a stack of them under the hook with the 4)………….
Match the words to the explanations.
Balance trainer
Fitness bar
Jump rope
Mat
Medicine ball
Resistance band
Stability ball
A thin piece of padded material placed on the floor
An exercise tool consisting of half a rubber ball and a round platform
An exercise ball that is weighted and used for strength training
A weighted metal bar used for strengthening, stability and endurance exercises
An air-filled exercise ball made of flexible PVC plastic
A length of rope used for conditioning
A strip or tube made of rubber used for strengthening exercises
Fill in the gaps with the words from the list.
Using a…………for aerobics increases the difficulty.
The instructor stretched the…….as far as it would go.
At first I had trouble staying on the………..
………..come in several different weights for strength training.
Foam roller
Stepping block
Medicine balls
Mats
Fitness bar
Resistance band
Jump rope
Balance trainer
Translate into English.
Ще загреем.
Трябва да си вземете ластици.
Висят на поставката до въжетата.
Вземете и по един ролер.
Те са на куп до купа с постелките.
Ластиците са натрупани на пода до балансьорите.
Ще бъдат полезни по време на разтягането.
ankle weights
barbell
dumbbell
kettlebell
plate
spring collar
stack
weight bench
weight machine
weight pin
Match the words to the definitions.
ankle weight
barbell
dumbbell
kettlebell
plate
spring collar
stack
weight bench
weight machine
weight pin
A series of rectangular weights on a weight machine which are placed on top of each other to form a tower. There are holes in each weight, allowing you to choose the amount of weight you want to lift.
A long, low surface that can be raised or lowered. It can have a headrest or leg extensions, and you sit on it while doing free weights
A strip of fabric containing weights that is worn around the ankle
A metal device that fits into the holes in a stack. It allows you to select the amount of weight to lift.
A cast iron, circular weight with a handle. It is usually swung through the air
A device that holds the plates in place on a lift bar or barbell
A long metal bar, with weights attached to each end, that you lift in order to become stronger
A short metal bar, with weights attached to either end, that you lift in order to become stronger
A weighted circular disk that is added to the ends of bars or to some weight-lifting machines.
A machine used in weight training that uses gravity as a type of resistance. These machines can use plates or stacks
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