Exercise: energy, confidence and well-being

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boost energy levels

повышать уровень энергии

syn:

increase energy levels

opp:

lower energy levels

to make you feel more active and less tired

Although dancing makes me tired at first, it usually boosts my energy levels later.

A short walk can boost my energy levels after a long day in the classroom.

build self-confidence

повышать уверенность

syn:

increase confidence in yourself

opp:

lose self-confidence

to become more certain of your own abilities

Learning to swim built my self-confidence because I overcame a fear I had had for years.

Team sports can build self-confidence by giving everyone a useful role.

clear your mind

разгрузить голову

syn:

relax mentally

to stop thinking about worries and become calmer

I cycle after school to clear my mind and stop worrying about tomorrow’s test.

After an hour of gardening, I had cleared my mind and was ready to study again.

develop self-discipline

развивать самодисциплину

syn:

build self-control

to learn to control your behaviour and keep working towards a goal

Sport helped me develop self-discipline and organise my week more carefully.

Regular training can help me develop self-discipline because I have to practise even when I would rather stay home.

give a sense of achievement

давать ощущение успеха

syn:

make you feel accomplished

to make a person feel proud of reaching a goal

Completing a difficult workout can give me a sense of achievement.

Improving my personal best gave me a sense of achievement after weeks of practice.

improve concentration

improve mood

lower the risk of disease

reduce stress

sleep more soundly

stay in good shape

strengthen the immune system