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Session 2
According to scientific research periods of exercise are not only good for your body, but for your brain too - helping to prevent memory loss and other mental conditions. Neil and Catherine teach you how to use the language the world's media is using to discuss this story.
Activity 1
News Review
Exercise and the brain
According to recent research, exercise not only keeps your body healthy, but your brain too. This reduces the risk of memory loss and other conditions of the mind.
Language challenge
There's a verb we use to mean 'start doing exercise'. Is it…
a) take up
b) take on
c) take over
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The story
A study says moderate exercise several times a week is the best way for the over 50s to keep their brains in good working order. Australian researchers say combining aerobic activities, such as swimming, cycling or jogging, with muscle-strengthening exercises is most effective. They support the idea that taking up exercise at any age is worthwhile.
Key words and phrases
sharp
mentally quick and intelligent
keep (something) at bay
prevent (something) from happening
stints
limited periods of time spent doing an activity
To do
Try our quiz to see how well you've learned today's language.
News Review quiz
3 Questions
Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
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Activity
Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
Hint
A sharp knife cuts effectively. What about a sharp mind?Question 1 of 3
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Activity
Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
Hint
What verb form follows the word 'stint'?Question 2 of 3
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Activity
Now you've watched the video, try to answer these questions about the language in the news.
Hint
I was able to hold them backQuestion 3 of 3
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Language challenge - answer
a) take up
End of Session 2
Join us in Session 3 for Pronunciation in the News - our video which teaches you pronunciation using the latest BBC World News bulletins.
Session Vocabulary
sharp
mentally quick and intelligentkeep (something) at bay
prevent (something) from happeningstints
limited periods of time spent doing an activity