Topic: HEALTH AND ILLNESS

Complete these colloquial expressions.

1	Here's your chance to get fighting ........ Join our six-week fitness programme. a) healthy b) fit c) well Well done! If someone is 'fighting fit' they are in good health. Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

2	How long did it take you to get back into ........ after your accident? a) health b) condition c) shape Well done! If you 'get back into shape' you recover your level of fitness after an illness or accident.Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

3	I'm feeling a bit run ......... I need to start eating healthier food. a) down b) out c) away Well done! If you feel 'run down' you feel unwell or weak.Sorry, try again.Your answer has been saved.

Now complete the gaps with the missing words.

4	A) I wouldn't say I'm fit but I like to live a reasonably healthy lifestyle. B) If you want to get your body back shape you're going to have to take up exercise. C) The doctor says I'm coming down with a virus, which is why I'm feeling down. Well done!Try again.Your answer has been saved.

Make them your own!

1) What kind of sport would you recommend to keep fighting fit?
2) Can you think of a famous sportsperson who has had to get back into shape recently?
3) Are you the type that takes a day off work or your studies if you feel a bit run down or do you try to struggle on?