Shadowing Practice: CAMBRIDGE 13 IELTS LISTENING TEST 3 Section 2 - Learn English Speaking with Video
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Now, listen carefully and answer questions 11 to 16.
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So, if you're one of those people who hasn't found the perfect physical activity yet,
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here are some things to think about which might help you make the right decision for you.
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The first question to ask yourself is whether you would enjoy training in a gym gym.
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Many people are put off by the idea of having to fit a visit to the gym into their busy day.
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You often have to go very early or late, as some gyms can get very crowded.
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But with regular training, you'll see a big difference in a relatively short space of time.
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Running has become incredibly popular in recent years.
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That's probably got a lot to do with the fact that it's a very accessible form of exercise.
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Anyone can run, even if you can only run a few metres to begin with.
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But make sure you get the right shoes.
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It's worth investing in a high -quality pair and they don't come cheap.
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Another great thing about running is that you can do it at any time of day or night.
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The only thing that may stop you is snow and ice.
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Swimming is another really good way to build fitness.
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What attracts many people is that you can swim in an indoor pool at any time of year.
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On the other hand, it can be quite boring or solitary.
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It's hard to chat to people while you're swimming lengths.
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Cycling has become almost as popular as running in recent years that's probably because as well as improving their fitness,
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many people say being out in the fresh air in a park or in the countryside can be fun, provided the conditions are right of course.
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Only fanatics go out in the wind and rain.
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Yoga is a good choice for those of you looking for exercise which focuses on developing both a healthy mind and body.
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It's a good way of building strength, and with the right instructor, there's less chance of hurting yourself than with other more active sports.
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But don't expect to find it easy.
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It can be surprisingly challenging, especially for people who aren't very flexible.
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Getting a personal trainer is a good way to start your fitness programme.
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Obviously, there can be significant costs involved, but if you've got someone there to encourage you and help you achieve your goals,
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you're less likely to give up.
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Make sure you get someone with a recognised qualification, though, or you could do yourself permanent damage.
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Before you hear the rest of the radio programme, you have some time to look at questions 17 to 20.
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Now listen and answer questions 17 to 20.
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Whatever you do, don't join a gym unless you're sure you'll make good use of it.
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So many people waste lots of money by signing up for membership and then hardly ever go.
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What happens to their good intentions?
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i don't think people suddenly stop caring about improving their fitness
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or decide they have more important things to do i think people lose interest
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when they don't think they're making enough progress that's
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when they give up hope and stop believing they'll ever achieve their goals
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also what people sometimes don't realize when they start is
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that it takes a lot of determination and hard work to keep training week after week, and lots of people don't have that kind of commitment.
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One thing you can do to help yourself is to set manageable goals.
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Be realistic and don't push yourself too far.
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Some people advise writing goals down, but I think it's better to have a flexible approach.
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Give yourself a really nice treat every time you reach one of your goals.
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And don't get too upset if you experience setbacks.
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It's a journey.
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There are bound to be difficulties along the way.
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That is the end of Section 2.
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Vocabulary and speaking notes for this lesson
This video has 48 sentences and 649 words to shadow. The speech runs for 4:55. The speaker talks at a steady 132 words per minute, a comfortable pace for shadowing. 88% of the words are among the 3,000 most common in English, so the vocabulary is easy to follow.
Key vocabulary in this video
15 words from the video worth learning, with pronunciation and meaning:
| Word | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| fitness noun | /ˈfɪt.nəs/ | The condition of being fit, suitable or appropriate. |
| swim verb | /swɪm/ | To move through the water, without touching the bottom; to propel oneself in water by natural means. |
| flexible adjective | /ˈflɛk.sɪ.bəl/ | Capable of being flexed or bent without breaking; able to be turned or twisted without breaking. |
| membership noun | The state of being a member of a group or organization. | |
| carefully adverb | /ˈkɛɹf(ə)li/ | With care; attentively, circumspectly. |
| encourage verb | /ɪnˈkʌɹ.ɪd͡ʒ/ | To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit. |
| commitment noun | /kəˈmɪtmənt/ | The act of sending a legislative bill to committee for review. |
| gym noun | /d͡ʒɪm/ | A sports facility specialized for lifting weights, cardio machines, and other exercise (culturally differentiated from sense 1). |
| incredibly adverb | /ɪŋˈkɹɛdɪbli/ | In an incredible manner; not to be believed. |
| difficulty noun | /ˈdɪfɪkəlti/ | The state of being difficult, or hard to do. |
| invest verb | /ɪnˈvɛst/ | To spend money, time, or energy on something, especially for some benefit or purpose; used with in. |
| shoe noun | /ˈʃu/ | A protective covering for the foot, with a bottom part composed of thick leather or plastic sole and often a thicker heel, and a softer upper part made of… |
| attract verb | /əˈtɹækt/ | To pull toward without touching. |
| yoga noun | /ˈjoʊ.ɡə/ | Any of several Hindu or Buddhist disciplines aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquillity; especially a system… |
| accessible adjective | /əkˈsɛs.ɪ.bəl/ | Easy of access or approach. |
Phrasal verbs you will hear
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| give up verb | To surrender (someone or something); to inform on (someone). |
| put off verb | To postpone, especially through procrastination. |
Grammar in this video
The structures the speaker uses most, with the exact words from the video:
| Structure | In the video |
|---|---|
| Present perfect have/has + past participle — a past action that still matters now | hasn't found · has become |
| Passive voice be + past participle — the focus is on what happens, not who does it | are put · are bound |
| Relative clauses who / which + clause — extra information about a person or thing | people who hasn · people who aren |
Pronunciation to watch
The speaker uses 20 contractions and reduced forms, such as don't, you're, you'll. Say them the short way, as you hear them.
- The “sh” and “zh” sounds: shoe /ˈʃu/, determination /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/, intentions /ɪnˈtɛnʃənz/, qualification /ˌkwɑlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
- Long words — get the stress right: incredibly /ɪŋˈkɹɛdɪbli/, difficulty /ˈdɪfɪkəlti/, accessible /əkˈsɛs.ɪ.bəl/, determination /dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/, surprisingly /səˈpɹaɪzɪŋli/
How to practise with this video
- Listen to the whole video once without speaking and note the words you do not know.
- Shadow it sentence by sentence at normal speed, repeating each one until your rhythm matches the speaker.
- Record yourself and compare with the original, paying attention to words like fitness, swim, flexible.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.