You are going to give a talk about sports. You will have to start in 1.5 minutes and speak for not more than 2 minutes (10–12 sentences).
Remember to say:
• why sports are important for health
• what popular sports are in your country
• how professional sports differ from amateur sports
• your attitude towards sports
You have to talk continuously.
Sports are crucial for maintaining good health, both physically and mentally. Regular physical activity through sports helps keep our bodies fit, improves cardiovascular health, and strengthens muscles and bones. Additionally, sports can reduce stress, boost mood, and promote better sleep. They also teach valuable life skills like teamwork, discipline, and goal-setting.
In my country, several sports are popular. Football (soccer) is by far the most beloved, with millions of fans and players at all levels. Basketball and volleyball are also widely played, especially in schools. In recent years, there’s been a growing interest in individual sports like tennis and swimming.
Professional sports differ significantly from amateur sports in several ways. Professional athletes dedicate their lives to their sport, training intensively and competing at the highest levels. They often have access to top-notch facilities, coaches, and medical care. Professional sports also involve substantial financial investments and rewards. Amateur sports, on the other hand, are played more for personal enjoyment, fitness, and social interaction. While some amateur athletes are highly skilled, they typically balance their sporting activities with other life commitments.
Personally, I have a positive attitude towards sports. I believe they offer numerous benefits and can be a great source of entertainment and social connection. While I’m not a professional athlete, I enjoy playing basketball with my friends and going for regular runs. I find that sports help me stay fit, relieve stress from schoolwork, and have fun with my peers. I also enjoy watching professional sports occasionally, admiring the skill and dedication of top athletes. Overall, I think sports play an important role in promoting health, fostering community, and providing inspiration through athletic achievements.
maintaining good health — поддержание хорошего здоровья
physical activity — физическая активность
keep our bodies fit — поддерживать тело в форме
cardiovascular health — сердечно-сосудистое здоровье
strengthens muscles and bones — укрепляет мышцы и кости
reduce stress — снижать стресс
boost mood — улучшать настроение
promote better sleep — способствовать лучшему сну
teamwork — командная работа
discipline — дисциплина
goal-setting — постановка целей
football (soccer) — футбол
basketball — баскетбол
volleyball — волейбол
individual sports — индивидуальные виды спорта
tennis — теннис
swimming — плавание
professional sports — профессиональный спорт
amateur sports — любительский спорт
professional athletes — профессиональные спортсмены
training intensively — интенсивные тренировки
competing at the highest levels — соревнования на высшем уровне
top-notch facilities — первоклассные спортивные сооружения
coaches — тренеры
medical care — медицинское обслуживание
financial investments — финансовые вложения
personal enjoyment — личное удовольствие
fitness — физическая подготовка
social interaction — социальное взаимодействие
relieve stress — снимать стресс
athletic achievements — спортивные достижения