Do you listen to anything while you exercise, like music or podcasts?
B1Sports & exerciseHabits
A natural way to answer
I usually listen to podcasts when I walk and music when I run. Something fast helps me keep a good pace, while a podcast makes a long walk pass quickly.
Key phrases to use
- go-to — your usual, reliable choice for something“Pasta is my go-to meal after a long run.”
- get someone going — to give someone energy or motivation to start“A strong coffee gets me going in the morning.”
- keep someone going — to give someone the energy or will to continue“The thought of a hot bath keeps me going on the last mile.”
- spur someone on — to encourage someone to try harder or keep going“The crowd spurred the runners on.”
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