IELTS Vocabulary for Health and Fitness

physical activity done to stay fit and healthy

I try to exercise at least three times a week.

to keep your body and mind in good condition

Walking to work every day helps me stay healthy.

to eat a variety of foods in the right amounts

My mother always taught us to eat a balanced diet.

to visit a place with equipment for exercise

I go to the gym most mornings before work.

any movement that uses energy, like walking or sport

Doctors recommend at least thirty minutes of physical activity a day.

food that is unhealthy but often quick and tasty

I used to eat a lot of junk food as a student.

to reduce your body weight

My brother started running because he wanted to lose weight.

to feel a lack of energy

I usually feel tired if I skip breakfast.

a way of living that keeps you fit and well

My parents have always had a healthy lifestyle.

to sleep for a sufficient number of hours

I struggle to get enough sleep during exam periods.

to exercise, especially with a structured routine

I usually work out at home before breakfast.

to gradually increase your ability to keep going physically

It took months of running to build up stamina for the race.

to use energy from food through physical activity

Swimming is a great way to burn calories without feeling exhausted.

to stop eating or drinking something completely

I decided to cut out sugar from my diet this year.

to start doing a sport as a new hobby

I've always wanted to take up a new sport like climbing.

to keep following a regular plan without giving up

The hardest part of getting fit is learning to stick to a routine.

to lose a small amount of body weight

I just wanted to shed a few pounds before the summer.

to stop eating unhealthy food

My flatmate managed to give up junk food completely last year.

to keep your body weight at a stable, healthy level

Eating regularly, not skipping meals, helps me maintain a healthy weight.

to heal and return to normal after being hurt

It took him almost a year to recover from an injury to his knee.

to prepare your body gently before exercise

I always warm up for ten minutes before I go for a run.

to try to do more than your body can safely handle

I learned the hard way not to push yourself too hard at the gym.

a way of living that involves very little physical movement

Working from a desk all day has given me a sedentary lifestyle.

to stop making progress after a period of improvement

My weight loss hit a plateau after the first couple of months.

to push your body beyond a safe or comfortable limit

The trainer warned me not to overexert yourself in the first session.

treating diet, exercise, and mental wellbeing as connected

My doctor recommends a holistic approach to health rather than quick fixes.

to recover quickly and fully after being sick

It took a while, but I managed to bounce back from illness eventually.

gradual damage from regular use over time

Years of running have caused some wear and tear on my knees.

the best possible state of fitness a body can reach

Athletes train for years to reach peak physical condition before a competition.

an existing medical problem that affects overall health

My grandfather has to be careful because of an underlying health condition.