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Describe Something Healthy You Enjoy Doing: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • What is the activity?
  • Where and with whom do you do it?
  • Why do you think doing it is healthy?
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Cue 1:What is the activity?

  • Begin by clearly stating the healthy activity you enjoy, such as yoga, jogging, or cycling.
  • Mention any specific aspects of the activity that make it enjoyable for you.

Example

One healthy activity that I truly enjoy is yoga. I love practicing various asanas and meditation techniques, which help me relax and stay fit.

Cue 2:Where and with whom do you do it?

  • Describe the location where you usually practice this activity, such as a park, gym, or at home.
  • Mention if you do this activity alone or with others, and who those people might be.

Example

I usually practice yoga at a local park near my home, especially in the mornings when the weather is pleasant. Sometimes, I join a group class with my friends, which makes it even more enjoyable.

Cue 3:Why do you think doing it is healthy?

  • Explain the physical and mental health benefits you gain from this activity.
  • You can also mention how it contributes to your overall well-being.

Example

I believe yoga is incredibly healthy because it improves my flexibility and strength. Additionally, it helps reduce stress and anxiety, allowing me to maintain a positive mindset throughout the day.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, yoga is not just a physical exercise for me; it is a holistic practice that enhances my mental and emotional health. I encourage everyone to find a healthy activity they enjoy, as it can significantly improve their quality of life.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging and informative. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the activity.

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    Tip

    Be specific about the activity you enjoy. Describe what it is, how you do it, and any particular aspects that make it enjoyable.

    2: Ignoring the 'Why' Aspect

    Failing to explain why the activity is healthy can weaken your response. It's important to connect the activity to its health benefits.

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    Clearly articulate the health benefits of the activity. Mention physical, mental, or social advantages to strengthen your answer.

    Lack of Personal Connection

    Not sharing personal experiences or feelings can make your response less relatable. Candidates should connect personally to engage the listener.

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    Include personal anecdotes or feelings about the activity. Explain how it impacts your life and why it matters to you.

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    Band 6-7

    The most healthiest thing you ever do to your body is exercise and diet. I exercise a lot and my diet is so strict. I exercise at 5 am in gym and at evening I exercise at 5 am at boxing club. I join boxing academy to do good performance at sports. And when it comes to diet, my diet is very strict, I tell you. My diet is too much strict. I do fast at evening and morning. I eat a lot that has protein and carbs and fats, healthy fats.

    Band 6-7

    One of the activities I really enjoy is cooking nice food. I enjoy it because I love cooking as well as when I get free time, I try to make something with whatever is there in the kitchen, eat vegetables, fruits or whatever it is. Sometimes I make a good salad or something smoothie, juice or something like a pizza. I like to do it in my kitchen along with my friends and I prefer this because I believe that homemade food are always better than what could be taken outside as we cook it under hygiene environment as well as the right amount of salt and oils and flavors, nothing too extra or nothing less and since we make it fresh, we don't use much preservatives so it is definitely something which will benefit our health in the long run rather than consuming food from hotels or restaurants which is full of preservatives and unhealthy fats.

    Band 6-7

    I am a working woman, usually I don't get much time for doing any extracurricular activities or hobbies but I managed to find time for my favorite activity maybe in a week or in a month so it happened that I went to my hometown at my mother's place there due to the vacation time I got a week to spend with my family there I took initiative for painting as it is my favorite activity I started purchasing some drawing boards and then I made a refined artwork using mirrors different type of colors and finally I made a very pretty piece of art for my home decor this was the time I cherished both with my hobby and with my parents

    Band 6-7

    Well, something in the fast-moving world and the growth of your economy and everything, it is very much important to maintain a stable life balance with our daily activities and work routine. So, I enjoy dancing as an activity because it maintains me physically and mentally very fit and no mass, in comparison to what others are having. And the activity that I enjoy is dancing and the study of Zumba classes, which I enjoy after returning from the office and doing it on a daily basis. And to maintain my speech and health, I used to enjoy it. Apart from that, I enjoy dancing on daily basis to my very best and I do not eat any fast food because that is the only thing I enjoy totally. And I always try to continue my dancing as I get the loud music and I start dancing whichever song comes on in my head. Dancing always pulls me and the reason why I choose dancing is because it helps me maintain my speech and emotionally balance whenever I feel stuck at something or I find out what is bothering me. I can take a lot of load on my body when I do dance, you know, that is the way I feel and enhance my upbringing. I can take a very few decisions and I might take heavy choices of following a basic routine of my life. It is also beneficial in my diet, I will eat in simple form but yes, I can take it in a wide range because my mind is diverse and you know, I have other changes also which I can take for institutional gain. Dancing will be very much helpful in terms of for all the age groups because from children to the adolescents and to the new age and to the oldest because it maintains the physical life balance.

    Band 6-7

    Honestly, it has been now 2 years I have been hitting gym regularly. In my fitness journey, I have not only incorporated cardio but also I have added strength training in my routine so that I can build muscle and lose fat at the same time and it is a widely known fact that if we want to gain strength while working out in the gym, it is extremely crucial that we should increase the amount of protein we are consuming every day. It is recommended that we should eat double the amount of protein of our weight. For instance, my weight is 70 kg, hence I must consume 140 grams of protein every day in order to maintain my nutrition. So I would say that something healthy that I enjoy eating are dishes that are rich in protein. I would also like to add that I am fond of cooking so I love to try various salads and the latest Instagram recipes that are getting viral and majority of them are rich in protein. Recently, I have explored some new dishes namely high protein pasta, broccoli salads and furthermore I am a vegetarian so I cannot eat dishes like chicken breast or meat. That is why I consume whey protein which has great amount of protein and it is a lean source of protein to increase my intake every day and maintain my nutrition without increasing the number of calories I am consuming every day. So these are some of the dishes I prefer to take and I really enjoy eating them to have a balanced life and increase my fitness levels every day.

    Band 6-7

    These days people are living a very much sedentary lifestyle. This is causing a lot of health issues like obesity, heart disease and many more. Along with that, it is widely said that healthy mind resides in a healthy body. So I am a strict follower of the same. I do not have a lot of time these days because of my work and hectic schedule. So the most preferred form which I do to stay healthy and fit is nothing but a walk every morning which is a brisk walk for about half an hour to 45 minutes. This walk makes me very fresh and energetic throughout the day. It keeps me fit because it is the form of a cardiovascular exercise good for your body and it makes me ready for the entire day. I spend around 45 minutes, there is a jogging track near my home around 1-2 km away. It has a circular track of 1 km. I take around 5-6 rounds, so that is around 5-6 km of walk daily. Sometimes I go with my mother or sometimes I go with my father. It usually depends upon their schedule. I do not miss a single session on a single day because over there I have one community group. I am a part of a community group where we sit together and enjoy some break and have some talks over there, share whatever happenings we have done and we are having a target set each single day. Our target is 30,000 steps in a day. So we all discuss and have some nice time. It is a very competitive and friendly environment which motivates us to walk and to achieve that goal.

    Band 6-7

    There are many healthy things that a person will do in his free time. And coming to my point, my favorite healthy hobby is to read a book. I would say it is really healthy habit because reading a book helps you to understand many things and know about many words. So, I would say reading is one of my favorite pastime as well. And after reading a book, I try to analyze the things that happen in the book and try to remember whatever I have read. So, this helps me in remembering the book's activities and also helps me with all the things that are happening in the stories. Helps me with identifying the storytelling and everything. So, I believe that it is very important in the...

    Band 6

    Something I really enjoy doing is yoga and meditation. It is a really healthy practice that everyone should do it regularly in the morning. This is a type of exercise to keep yourself calm and peaceful and even after performing several yogas and exercises, you feel fit and relaxed. Yoga is generally a traditional practice being followed in India and now it is also being practiced in many parts of the world. Many people from other parts of the world come to India to practice yoga and meditation. A yoga named Surya Namaskar feels a cultural and traditional importance in our body and makes one really healthy. By performing Surya Namaskar, you bow down to Surya God and you pray him to make you fit and keep you healthy. I usually perform this exercise at my terrace on the second floor. I do it with my mom and we learnt many exercises together. We learnt it from YouTube. We usually get the videos from different apps but YouTube is the only medium we can practice from because it is a budget friendly app and other app needs to be subscribed and to be paid. So, YouTube is an app which makes you do it freely. After performing yoga, a person can peacefully start, commend the day and you can peacefully work. When a person does yoga, he can be focused and the whole day will be calm and things

    Band 6

    Being healthy is a good thing for every individual. Here I would like to speak about a healthy thing that is enjoyed by me. I do morning work every day with my parents. We are starting our working at 5.30 pm in the early morning. During that time, the first 20 minutes we give for a warm up and we go into a long walk. The walk ends at 6.15 or 6.30 am. It was very healthy exercises. After that we do some exercises together with my family. I think it reduces our stress and it enhances our body etc. Also, it helps to weight loss and reduce body pain etc. Additionally, it helps to gain fresh air. It results a good refreshment. It is a good morning vibe. During the walking, we share a lot of things with my family through our communication also.

    Band 6

    The healthy activity which I enjoy doing is physical workout. So my day starts with a warm glass of water and then I head towards the gym for my daily workout. I have an intense session which lasts for one hour which includes high intensity training to yoga while I am doing the activity. I generally prefer performing all my exercises alone. I don't really enjoy anyone's company during that because I can solely concentrate on my actions and my movements. And if someone would happen to be accompanying me, I would end up talking to them and wasting my time in that. So getting up early in the morning everyday and walking out as the first task of the day is a very healthy practice. Because it boosts up your energy for the whole day, keeps your mind calm and induces a sense of positivity in yourself. Once you get used to this routine, you will have the enthusiasm and the eagerness to push yourself more to be doing the activity on a daily basis. Which will further lead us to a healthier life and I will not be suffering from any ailments when I reach an age of maybe 50 years or 60 years. Because of this healthy habit of mine.
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