English discussion questions: The gym

Do you like going to the gym? Why or why not?
What equipment do you use the most at the gym? Why?
What's the best time of day to go to the gym in your opinion? Why?
What do you think about the idea of getting a personal trainer? Is it something you would like to try? Why / Why not?
For you, what are the biggest benefits of going to the gym? Why?

English vocabulary:

Try using these words to express yourself naturally in English conversations about going to the gym.

(Noun) A machine for walking or running indoors.

Example: I often use the treadmill at the gym because I like running.
(Adjective) Full of energy

Example: I feel more energetic after doing a little exercise in the morning.
(Noun) Physical power

Example: Lifting weights helps to build strength.
(Adjective) Having very defined muscles.

Example: She goes to the gym every day, so she is ripped.
(Noun) Something good you get from doing something

Example: The biggest benefit of going to the gym for me is feeling healthy.

Try using these English idioms to make your spoken English more natural when you’re talking about going to the gym.

To be physically fit.

Example: I like going to the gym because it helps me stay in shape.
To start exercising hard.
Example: I usually break a sweat on the treadmill.
Try harder than usual.

Example:A personal trainer can help you to push yourself.
You need to work hard to get results

Example: I am so sore from yesterday’s workout, but you know what they say—no pain, no gain!
Very strong and muscular.

Example: He recently got into bodybuilding, so he is built like a tank.