Dialogue between three teenage athletes, focusing on their sports and how to stay safe during training.

Characters: Alex: A football player. Leo: A judoka (Judo athlete). Max: A freestyle wrestler.

Завдання прочитайте діалог і складіть 10 речень як убезпечити себе під час занять спортом, обґрунтуйте свої поради. Наприклад: You should warm up because it prepares your muscles.

"How to Stay Safe and Avoid Injuries in Sports”

 Alex: I’m exhausted! We had a very tough practice on the pitch today. Our coach made us do so many tackles, and now my ankles really ache.

Leo: I understand, Alex. In Judo, we don’t run as much, but it is a contact sport where you touch another person and try to throw them. If you aren’t careful, you can get a serious injury. Max: It’s the same in wrestling. It’s a big challenge, and you need a lot of strength and a quick brain. But Suzie from my class says that nobody ever mentions the dangers of sports until someone gets hurt.

Alex: She’s right. Some players are even scared to tackle because they are afraid of getting injured. I’ve seen people get bad bruises or even broken bones, like one girl who fell and broke her thumb.

Leo: So, how do you guys train to stay safe? My sensei says the most important thing is to warm up. It’s what we must do before we start playing or fighting.

Max: Exactly. You can’t just jump onto the mat. You have to prepare your muscles. Also, you have to train every day to keep your physical fitness at a high level. If you are off form, you are more likely to get hurt.

Alex: I agree. Alertness is also key. You must keep an eye on what your team-mates and opponents do so you can react quickly.

Leo: That’s true. Sport should help us stay healthy and stay fit, not put us in the hospital! Max: Right. If we follow the rules and listen to our coaches, we can win trophies without getting hurt. Let’s go grab some water!

Нові слова 

●      warm up — розминатися

●      stay fit / stay healthy — залишатися у формі / здоровим

●      keep an eye on teammates— стежити за партнерами по команді

●      quick brain — швидкий розум

●      physical fitness — фізична форма

●      alertness — пильність

●      to be off form — бути не у формі (підвищує ризик травм)

SAFETY FIRST: Rules for Young Athletes

●      You must always warm up your muscles before the start of any game. A good warm-up prepares your body for the challenge and prevents injuries.

●      Professional athletes should train every single day to maintain their physical fitness.

If you take your training seriously, you will not become "off form" during a match,,.

●      You need a quick brain to keep a constant eye on your team-mates. Alertness helps you react to the game quickly and avoid dangerous collisions on the pitch.

●      Players must listen to their coach to learn the correct techniques for contact sports.

Your coach teaches you how to tackle safely without getting injured.

●      You should follow the rules of the game to stay healthy and fit. Sports like football or judo require strength, but safety is the most important part of any competition.

●      You must watch the opposition carefully during the whole match. Understanding the movements of the other team helps you stay safe and win the game.

Remember: Sport is a wonderful way to build friendships and stay in form, so always put your safety first!