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What are the potential physical and psychological health benefits of walking and running, no matter what the pace might be?

" run in the family" = to have something in common
" Running marathons runs in our family. My father does it, and so do I."

" run late" = do something late
" The meeting is going to run late this afternoon, so I won't be able to go running with you then. Let's try it tomorrow."

A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

Do the vocabulary quizzes with the words from the conversation for more practice:

How does long-distance running compare to other athletic activities playing tennis, swimming, and yoga in terms of (1) conditioning, (2) endurance, (3) nutritional needs, and (4) equipment?

Road running on streets and running on dirt trails and rock in the mountains require different types of running shoes. Use the Internet to (1) find the difference between these two types of running surfaces (2) and recommendations on one pair of shoes for each type. What is the maker of the shoe? What specific features make it a good shoe? How much does it cost? Write a summary of your findings.

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Running Shoes | Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab

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What are the potential physical and psychological health benefits of walking and running, no matter what the pace might be? " run in the family" = to have something in common" Running marathons runs in our family. My father does it, and so do I."

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In what way(s) is the game of soccer similar and/or different from other individual or team sports?

" be bounced out" = be eliminated from
" Although there were high expectations from our team, they were quickly bounced out of the tournament."

" roll over" = beat a team convincingly
" The championship team rolled over the competition with ease."

A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

Do the vocabulary quizzes with the words from the conversation for more practice:

What do you think are the three specific keys to becoming a good soccer player and a great soccer team?

Use the Internet to learn three things about the history of soccer around the world. Here are some possible questions:

Where and when did the sport begin?

What are the basic objectives and rules of the sport?

How is the game different from sports such as American football and rugby?

Which two or three players in the world have made a significant impact on the game?

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World Cup Soccer | Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab

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In what way(s) is the game of soccer similar and/or different from other individual or team sports? " be bounced out" = be eliminated from" Although there were high expectations from our team, they were quickly bounced out of the tournament." " roll over" = beat a team convincingly" The championship team rolled over the competition with ease."

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What are some typical sports or recreation activities that people enjoy in your area? In this conversation, you will hear a man and woman discuss snow skiing. What specific gear or equipment do you need for this sport? What are the dangers or risks of snow skiing?

" cold feet" = fear of doing something
" James was going to ask Ashley out on a date, but he got cold feet and couldn't do it."

" give someone the cold shoulder" = ignore someone or give someone a cool reception
" Elizabeth gave Ryan the cold shoulder when he tried to apologize for forgetting her birthday."

A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.

Do the vocabulary quizzes with the words from the conversation for more practice:

Describe a recreational activity you enjoy doing in your free time and answer these questions:

What is the name of the activity?

Do you do this sport alone or with a group of people?

What is object of the activity (for example, you want to score the most points in a game of basketball)?

Are are the basic rules of the sport?

In what countries is this activity popular?

How much experience do you need to play?

Use the Internet to learn more about one of these unusual activities. Use the questions above to help you research the sport:

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Snow Skiing | Randall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab

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What are some typical sports or recreation activities that people enjoy in your area? In this conversation, you will hear a man and woman discuss snow skiing. What specific gear or equipment do you need for this sport? What are the dangers or risks of snow skiing?

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Exercise Program - Randall’s ESL Cyber Listening Lab

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Setting up an exercise program is a key part of one’s life experience. Listen and learn.