B1 Intermediate
Talk about health and lifestyle
I try to stay healthy by sleeping well, eating balanced meals, and exercising a few times a week.Introduction
Read the routine statements and think about which habits are healthy.
She tries to walk every day and cook most of her meals at home.
He often stays up too late, so he feels tired in the morning.
They recently decided to reduce stress by taking short breaks during work.
This topic often combines routine language with causes and effects: one habit leads to one result.
1. What healthy habit does she have?
2. Why does he feel tired in the morning?
3. How do they reduce stress?
Presentation
Laura: You seem more energetic these days. Have you changed your routine?
Eric: Actually, yes. I have been trying to sleep earlier and exercise three times a week.
Laura: Has it made a difference?
Eric: Definitely. I feel less stressed, and I can focus better at work.
Laura: I need to improve my routine too. I often skip lunch when I am busy.
Eric: That probably affects your energy. Even a small change could help.
Language Focus
Health and lifestyle conversations often include habits, frequency, results, and small changes.
Conversas sobre saúde e estilo de vida geralmente incluem hábitos, frequência, resultados e pequenas mudanças.
- Habit: I exercise three times a week.
- Problem habit: I often stay up too late.
- Result: As a result, I feel more tired.
- Improvement: I am trying to sleep earlier.
Pronunciation + Form
A useful B1 pattern is habit -> effect -> possible improvement.
Practice
1. Which sentence describes a healthy routine?
2. Which sentence shows cause and effect?
3. Which sentence suggests improvement?
4. Which answer is more developed?
Production
Talk to a partner about your routine. Mention one healthy habit, one unhealthy habit, and one change you would like to make.
- sleep and rest
- food and meals
- exercise and movement
- stress and work-life balance