Learning English

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

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Language challenge - answer

a) take up

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