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Collocations on Health & Fitness – English vocabulary

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53 English words with meanings: maintain a balanced diet, do regular exercise, stay in shape, lose weight, gain weight… Study them with flashcards, quizzes…

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  1. maintain a balanced diet /meɪn'teɪn ə 'bælənst daɪət/ (verb phrase) — eating the right mix of foods
    Example: It’s important to maintain a balanced diet to stay healthy.
    Synonyms: keep a healthy diet, follow a balanced diet
  2. do regular exercise /du: 'rɛgjʊlə 'ɛksəsaɪz/ (verb phrase) — exercising often
    Example: He tries to do regular exercise every morning.
    Synonyms: work out regularly, exercise often
  3. stay in shape /steɪ ɪn ʃeɪp/ (verb phrase) — staying in good shape
    Example: Swimming is a great way to stay in shape.
    Synonyms: keep fit, stay fit
  4. lose weight /lu:z weɪt/ (verb phrase) — losing body weight
    Example: She wants to lose weight before her wedding.
    Synonyms: slim down, shed pounds
  5. gain weight /ɡeɪn weɪt/ (verb phrase) — gaining body weight
    Example: He gained weight after the holiday season.
    Synonyms: put on weight, increase weight
  6. join a gym /ʤɔɪn ə ʤɪm/ (verb phrase) — joining a gym
    Example: I plan to join a gym this month.
    Synonyms: enroll at a fitness center, sign up for a gym
  7. avoid junk food /ə'vɔɪd ʤʌŋk fu:d/ (verb phrase) — not eating unhealthy snacks
    Example: You should avoid junk food to stay healthy.
    Synonyms: stay away from fast food, cut out junk food
  8. eat plenty of vegetables /i:t 'plɛnti ʌv 'vɛʤtəbəlz/ (verb phrase) — eating lots of vegetables
    Example: You should eat plenty of vegetables every day.
    Synonyms: consume vegetables, have lots of greens
  9. get enough sleep /ɡɛt ɪ'nʌf sli:p/ (verb phrase) — getting enough sleep
    Example: Getting enough sleep helps improve concentration.
    Synonyms: sleep adequately, have sufficient rest
  10. drink plenty of water /drɪŋk 'plɛnti ʌv 'wɔ:tə/ (verb phrase) — drinking plenty of water
    Example: You should drink plenty of water during exercise.
    Synonyms: stay hydrated, drink lots of water
  11. lead a healthy lifestyle /li:d ə 'hɛlθi 'laɪfstaɪl/ (verb phrase) — living in a healthy way
    Example: She tries to lead a healthy lifestyle by exercising regularly.
    Synonyms: live healthily, practice a healthy lifestyle
  12. improve physical health /ɪm'pru:v 'fɪzɪkəl hɛlθ/ (verb phrase) — making your body healthier
    Example: Running helps improve physical health.
    Synonyms: enhance fitness, boost physical condition
  13. boost immune system /bu:st ɪ'mju:n 'sɪstəm/ (verb phrase) — make your immune system stronger
    Example: Vitamin C can help boost your immune system.
    Synonyms: strengthen immunity, improve immune system
  14. reduce stress /rɪ'dju:s strɛs/ (verb phrase) — feel less stress
    Example: Meditation can help reduce stress levels.
    Synonyms: relieve stress, ease tension
  15. prevent illness /prɪ'vɛnt 'ɪlnɪs/ (verb phrase) — stop getting sick
    Example: A healthy diet helps prevent illness.
    Synonyms: avoid disease, stop sickness
  16. catch a cold /kæʧ ə kəʊld/ (verb phrase) — have a cold
    Example: If you don’t wear warm clothes, you might catch a cold.
    Synonyms: get a cold, come down with a cold
  17. recover from illness /rɪ'kʌvə frɒm 'ɪlnɪs/ (verb phrase) — get better after being sick
    Example: She recovered from her illness quickly.
    Synonyms: get better, heal
  18. take vitamins /teɪk 'vɪtəmɪnz/ (verb phrase) — to swallow vitamin pills or supplements
    Example: It’s good to take vitamins daily.
    Synonyms: consume supplements, use vitamins
  19. have a check-up /hæv ə 'ʧɛk ʌp/ (verb phrase) — get regular health checkups
    Example: You should have a check-up every six months.
    Synonyms: medical examination, health check
  20. go on a diet /ɡəʊ ɒn ə 'daɪət/ (verb phrase) — follow a diet
    Example: She went on a diet to lose weight.
    Synonyms: start dieting, follow a diet
  21. burn calories /bɜ:n 'kæləri:z/ (verb phrase) — use up calories
    Example: Running helps burn a lot of calories.
    Synonyms: use energy, consume calories
  22. improve mental health /ɪm'pru:v 'mɛntl hɛlθ/ (verb phrase) — feel better mentally
    Example: Meditation can improve mental health.
    Synonyms: enhance emotional well-being, boost mental wellness
  23. get in shape /ɡɛt ɪn ʃeɪp/ (verb phrase) — get back in shape
    Example: He’s exercising to get in shape for summer.
    Synonyms: get fit, train hard
  24. cut down on sugar /kʌt daʊn ɒn 'ʃʊɡə/ (verb phrase) — eat less sugar
    Example: You should cut down on sugar to stay healthy.
    Synonyms: reduce sugar, limit sugar intake
  25. avoid processed food /ə'vɔɪd 'prəʊsɛst fu:d/ (verb phrase) — avoid processed foods
    Example: Avoid processed food to maintain a balanced diet.
    Synonyms: limit processed foods, eat fresh food
  26. take a rest /teɪk ə rɛst/ (verb phrase) — relax for a while
    Example: You should take a rest after working out.
    Synonyms: have a break, relax
  27. stretch muscles /strɛʧ 'mʌslz/ (verb phrase) — stretch your muscles
    Example: Always stretch your muscles before exercising.
    Synonyms: warm up muscles, loosen muscles
  28. follow a workout routine /'fɒləʊ ə 'wɜ:kaʊt ru:'ti:n/ (verb phrase) — follow a workout schedule
    Example: He follows a workout routine every day.
    Synonyms: stick to an exercise plan, adhere to workout schedule
  29. practice yoga /'præktɪs 'jəʊɡə/ (verb phrase) — do yoga
    Example: She practices yoga to stay calm and flexible.
    Synonyms: do yoga, train yoga
  30. go jogging /ɡəʊ 'ʤɒɡɪŋ/ (verb phrase) — jog slowly
    Example: I often go jogging in the park.
    Synonyms: go running, jog

…and 23 more words in this set.

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