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Elementary ‐ Daily Life ‐ Going To The Gym
(C0130)
A: Hey there, you look a little lost. Are you new here?
B: Yeah how’d you know?
A: You can always spot the newbies. I can give you a few
pointers if you want. Were you trying to use this machine
here?
B: Yeah! I just started my training today and I’m not really
sure where to begin.
A: It’s ok, I know how it is. This machine here will work
out your upper body, mainly your triceps and biceps. Are
you looking to develop strength or muscle tone and
definition?
B: Well, I don’t want to be ripped like you! I just want a
good physique with weights and cardio.
A: In that case you want to work with less weight. You can
start off by working ten to fifteen reps in four sets. Five
kilo weights should be enough. Now it’s very important
that you stretch before pumping iron or you might pull a
muscle.
B: Got it! Wow is that the weight you are lifting? My
goodness that’s a lot of weight!
A: It’s not that much. Just watch... I’m ok...