# Speak Like an Athlete: Essential English for Working Out

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Podcast: [Slow English Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/slow-english-podcast-7422067)
Published: 2026-06-14T03:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Do you want to join a gym in an English-speaking country, follow international workout routines, or simply understand the fitness idioms native speakers use every day? In this massive, incredibly detailed masterclass, your host Benjamin takes you through the complete world of exercise and physical fitness. In this episode, you will learn: Gym Equipment and Anatomy: The specific names for free weights, cardio machines, and the different muscle groups in your body. The Workout Routine: Essential vocabulary for strength training, including sets, reps, form, and spotting. Cardio and Recovery: How to describe endurance training, High-Intensity Interval Training, cooling down, and muscle soreness. Gym Etiquette: The unwritten rules of the fitness center and how to politely talk to other people in the weight room. Fitness Idioms: Real-world expressions like "heavy lifting," "raising the bar," "no pain, no gain," and "throwing your weight around." Don't forget to follow Speak Up English on your favorite podcast app so you never miss a new lesson. Keep practicing your English every single day, stay active, and be proud of your progress! (Production Note: The host's voice in this episode has been generated using artificial intelligence.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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