Health and Fitness

January 29, 2025

Healthy Bodies, Confident Voices

The topic of health and fitness is far more than just vocabulary about food and exercise—it’s a gateway to communication that’s deeply personal, practical, and empowering. Students use this language not only to talk about how they feel, but also to navigate real situations in schools, workplaces, clinics, and communities.

For many learners, this might include telling a doctor where something hurts, asking about healthy food choices, explaining a fitness routine, or even chatting with a friend about a new sport they’ve started. These are everyday conversations that build connection—and require the right words to feel confident and understood.

This topic also opens up language related to emotional well-being. Talking about stress, relaxation, or what makes us happy is essential for developing not only language skills, but emotional awareness. In a world where mental health is part of the conversation more than ever, giving students the tools to talk about how they feel is a gift they’ll use far beyond the classroom.

And then there’s the workplace. Whether a student is employed in hospitality, childcare, construction, or office work, health comes up often—from discussing sick days and vaccinations to explaining food preferences or allergies. Understanding basic health terms and habits is vital for safety, professionalism, and self-care.

Even in daily routines, this language matters. Going to the gym, cooking a healthy meal, managing a schedule with time for rest—these are things students do already. Learning how to talk about them in English builds both language fluency and self-esteem.

Bringing health and fitness into your lessons encourages students to talk about real habits, real feelings, and real goals. It helps them make informed choices, speak up when something’s wrong, and build a healthier life in every sense.

Add this set of paragraphs to your teaching library today and help your students strengthen both their language skills and their everyday lives—one healthy habit at a time.

More Text Packs

Pack	Paragraph	Content
106	Importance of regular exercise	Exercise is very good for our bodies. When we move and play, we get stronger and feel happy. Doing exercise every day helps us stay healthy and full of energy. Simple activities like running, jumping, or playing outside are fun and keep our bodies fit.
106	Healthy diet and nutrition	Eating good food is very important. We should eat fruits, vegetables, and protein like meat or beans. Healthy food gives us the energy to play and helps our bodies grow strong. Drinking water instead of sugary drinks also helps us stay healthy.
106	Mental health and wellness	Feeling happy is very important for keeping our bodies and minds healthy. We can do things every day that make us feel good, like talking to our friends, playing games, or going for a walk outside. When we take time to enjoy these activities, we feel better inside and out. It’s also important to take breaks and relax, especially when we feel tired or upset. Doing things we love helps us smile more, feel calm, and enjoy life. By focusing on what makes us happy, we can stay healthy and strong, making every day a little brighter and more fun.
106	Preventative healthcare and medical checkups	Going to the doctor is very important, even if we feel fine. The doctor can check our body to make sure everything is healthy. This helps us stay well and avoid getting sick later. For example, the doctor might check our height, weight, and ask if we feel any pain. Sometimes, we might get a vaccine to protect us from diseases. Going to the doctor regularly helps us grow strong and stay healthy, so we can keep playing and learning without any problems.
106	Fitness routines and sports activities	Doing exercise every day is very good for us. We can go for a run, do some yoga, or play sports like soccer or basketball. These activities help keep our bodies strong and healthy, and they can be a lot of fun too. Playing with friends or family makes exercise even more enjoyable. When we move our bodies, we feel happier and have more energy. So, it’s important to find activities we like and do them every day to stay fit and feel good inside.