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1 Read a brochure about ways of keeping fit. For questions 1–13, choose from the activities (A–D).

Which activity ...

is an ancient form of exercise? 1

helps people to feel less stressed? 2 3

could stop you getting sick? 4 5

could help to protect you from danger? 6

was created by someone? 7

could help if your body hurts? 8 9

exists in different forms? 10 11

helps you move more quickly? 12

doesn't have to be done inside? 13

Fitness for mind and body

A Most people think that yoga is just a form of relaxation. This is true. But, if you have ever tried yoga, you will know that it actually requires enormous amounts of physical strength in order to do it well. The beauty of yoga is that you can progress at a speed that suits you. If you don't feel comfortable in a certain position, it's not about forcing yourself; the important thing is to breathe and relax. If you are looking for an activity which will tone your body and relieve stress, then Hatha Yoga is ideal. It helps you control your breathing and improves concentration and flexibility. However, if you are looking for something which works up more of a sweat, Ashtanga Yoga is a good option. It really provides a strenuous all-over body workout.

B Tai Chi looks like a dance, but it is actually a martial art. In fact, if you studied Tai Chi successfully for many years you could turn your body into a lethal weapon. However, people have practised it for centuries in China for its health benefits.

In Tai Chi you move your body in a calm and controlled way through a series of specific 'forms' or positions. If you concentrate or focus your mind on these 'forms', you stop worrying about the difficulties of everyday life. It is also said that if you practise Tai Chi regularly it will help you live a longer life. The beauty of Tai Chi is that once you have learnt the movements, you can do it anywhere, and if you can do your movements at a certain speed and keep your balance, then you are really working your body and mind.

C Pilates has some similarities with yoga. Posture, or the way you hold your body, is very important in Pilates. If, for example you suffered from a bad back, Pilates would be the perfect exercise to put it right. It is a unique sequence of movements developed to work both the mind and the muscles in harmony. The Pilates movements were developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s. He had had a sickly childhood and wanted to make his body stronger. He perfected the movements while in a prisoner-of-war camp, where he taught his co-prisoners to use his 'method' for fighting off diseases. Even today, a belief exists that Pilates helps to keep you extremely fit, but also healthy and free of illnesses. Since the 90s, Pilates has become extremely popular among celebrities because of the long, lean muscles it produces.

D If you want to improve your cardiovascular system, aerobics is the perfect choice. Unless you do it regularly, it probably won't make a difference, but studies have shown that working out to music three times a week is a great way to get fit, reduce body pain, and speed up lower body movement – you walk faster and better. But it isn't just about the body. It has also been proved that after an aerobics class most participants feel much more cheerful.

There are different types of aerobics – either high-impact for those who have no joint problems and low-impact for individuals who are more sensitive to pain. And of course if jumping up and down doesn't appeal to you, aqua aerobics is an option because the water supports the body and keeps the muscles warm. Or try spinning, it's just like riding a bicycle.

Какое занятие...

1. является древней формой физических упражнений?

Ответ: B - Тай Чи

2. помогает людям чувствовать себя менее напряженными?

Ответ: A - Йога

3. помогает людям чувствовать себя менее напряженными?

Ответ: B - Тай Чи

4. может остановить вас от болезни?

Ответ: B - Тай Чи

5. может остановить вас от болезни?

Ответ: C - Пилатес

6. может помочь защитить вас от опасности?

Ответ: B - Тай Чи

7. было создано кем-то?

Ответ: C - Пилатес

8. может помочь, если у вас болит тело?

Ответ: C - Пилатес

9. может помочь, если у вас болит тело?

Ответ: D - Аэробика

10. существует в различных формах?

Ответ: A - Йога

11. существует в различных формах?

Ответ: D - Аэробика

12. помогает вам двигаться быстрее?

Ответ: D - Аэробика

13. не обязательно выполнять в помещении?

Ответ: B - Тай Чи