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In the United States, exercise is a big part of small talk and of the calendar. Gyms are full in January, charity runs fill the spring weekends, and coworkers compare step counts on Monday. If you live or work with Americans, you'll hear these phrases often.
Many of them are casual and a little funny. "Hit the gym" doesn't mean you're angry at it. A "weekend warrior" isn't a soldier. Knowing them helps you understand the joke and join in.
Phrases
you pay every month to use a gym
a promise you make on January first
go to the gym (casual)
a friend who exercises with you
a race where runners raise money for a cause
a short, relaxed race; many people walk it
a group class with slow movements and breathing
a coach who plans your exercise
someone who exercises hard only on weekends
a casual game with whoever shows up
a watch that counts your steps and sleep
Say it out loud
Tap a sentence to hear it. Say it after the voice.
Practice · 3 min
Say the phrase that fits each description.
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Say it today
Use it once in a real conversation before tomorrow. Out loud counts, even to yourself.