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Let's get fit!

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You've been a bit lazy recently, but now you've decided to do something about your lack of exercise. You've joined a gym. You've been meaning to do this for some time and at last you've got round to it. You've paid a year's subscription to New York Fitness and you are determined to go at least twice a week. Getting fit is now at the top of your list. Let's go to the gym!

My names's Ken

Ken is your fitness instructor. Here are a few things he tells you on your first visit. Do you know the meanings of the italicised words?

1 The programme I have planned for you contains quite a few aerobic exercises.

a. exercises that strengthen the legs

b. exercises to make the heart, lungs and muscles stronger

2 We will check your blood pressure once a month.

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