[[Grammar in Context II Week 3]] | [[Grammar in Context II Week 5]] > [!important] Health and fitness: Modal, “should” for advice - See [[Modal verbs]]. - Read [Health and Fitness](https://app.capacities.io/f1711151-3e8c-449c-8203-f47df61f6ea2/37195230-fd16-4560-be45-12a8c2112eba). - 17 February 2025 - Teams for week 4 --- trash Lambs ## Carolina Juarez Mayra Paola Colunga Carlos loopy Dromedaries ## Kevin Genesis Jesus Natalia materialistic Muffins ## Sherlyn Andrea García Dulce Frida Nieves Sinai bouncy Fireflies ## Andrea Martínez Sofia Fernanda Paola Mata noisy Mustangs ## Abi Melina Danna Wendy Sergio crazy Clowns ## Carolina Saucedo Cristopher Evelyn Valeria Diosdado Diego gigantic Ninjas ## Hazael Gema Diana Gonzalez Nyneve nervous Bananas ## Zully Jackie Monica Alondra - Story - **The Journey to Health** Ever since Sarah could remember, she had struggled with maintaining a healthy lifestyle. For years, she had ignored the signs her body was giving her, focusing more on her career than her health. But one fateful afternoon, after an exhausting day of work, she finally had an epiphany. She stood in front of the mirror, seeing a tired and worn version of herself. That moment, she knew she needed to make a change. Sarah had always been an active person in her younger years. As a child, she loved swimming and playing soccer. However, as adulthood took over, these hobbies faded into the background. Work pressures, late nights, and unhealthy eating habits had replaced the exercise she once enjoyed. Over the past few years, she had noticed her energy levels plummeting, and her weight had slowly crept up. In short, she was not the person she once was. ### The Wake-Up Call That afternoon, Sarah made a promise to herself. "Tomorrow, I'll start. Tomorrow, everything will change." She knew it wouldn't be easy, but she was determined to turn her life around. The next morning, she woke up with a newfound energy. After a quick breakfast of oatmeal and fruit, she put on her running shoes and headed out for a jog. She hadn't run in years, but the crisp morning air felt refreshing, and she welcomed the challenge. As she jogged through the park, she reflected on how she had neglected her body for so long. She had made so many excuses. "I don't have time," she had often told herself. "I'll start tomorrow." But tomorrow never came. Now, Sarah was ready to take control. She realized that if she wanted to be healthy and fit again, she needed to start prioritizing her well-being. ### The Road Ahead Sarah had just started her fitness journey, but she already knew the importance of consistency. She didn't expect immediate results, and she wasn't looking for a quick fix. Instead, she was committed to making lasting changes. Over the next few weeks, Sarah gradually incorporated more exercise into her routine. She mixed running with strength training, focusing on exercises that would help her build muscle and improve her endurance. One day, after a particularly difficult workout, Sarah felt a twinge of soreness in her legs. At first, she considered skipping the next day's workout, but she quickly reminded herself that soreness was a sign of progress. "It's normal," she thought. "I'm strengthening my body." ### Advice to Others Reflecting on her journey, Sarah realized how important it was to share what she had learned with others. If someone had told her a few months ago what she knows now, she might have started her journey sooner. So, as she sat with a friend, Megan, at a local café, she shared her insights on health and fitness. "I know it feels overwhelming at first," Sarah said. "But trust me, once you get started, it becomes part of your routine. Start slow, and don't be too hard on yourself. You don’t have to work out for hours at the gym. Just get moving. Walking, jogging, yoga—anything counts." Megan nodded, but she seemed uncertain. "But what about food? I don't want to give up all my favorite treats." Sarah smiled. "That's the thing. It's not about giving up everything. It's about balance. I used to eat junk food all the time, but now, I focus on fueling my body with healthier options. I still enjoy the occasional pizza or chocolate, but I make sure I'm eating mostly whole foods. It's all about moderation." As the conversation continued, Sarah emphasized the importance of finding a routine that worked for her. She explained how she had gradually made small changes, building up to longer workouts and healthier meals. "I used to eat pizza every Friday night, but now, I cook healthier meals for myself. I’ve even learned how to make some of my favorite dishes in a healthier way." ### Looking Toward the Future Sarah’s journey didn’t stop there. She had set her sights on new goals. In a few months, she planned to run a 5K race. She had always admired people who ran races, but she had never considered it something she could do. Now, she was determined to prove to herself that she was capable of more than she had ever imagined. As the weeks passed, Sarah found herself becoming stronger and more confident. She had been working out consistently for over a month now, and she had already noticed improvements in her stamina. She was lifting heavier weights, running longer distances, and feeling more energetic than ever before. "I’ll be running that race," she thought to herself one evening as she finished her workout. "In just a few months, I’ll be crossing that finish line." She was already envisioning herself at the event, pushing herself to do her best. ### The Importance of Patience One thing Sarah had learned along the way was the importance of patience. She had realized that results didn’t come overnight. There had been days when she felt discouraged, especially when she didn’t see immediate changes in her body. But she understood that it was the small, consistent efforts that would add up over time. "I've been working hard, and I know that in a few months, I’ll look and feel even better," she told herself. It had also been crucial for her to listen to her body. While pushing herself was important, overexertion had led to injuries in the past. She made sure to take rest days and focus on recovery, using stretching and yoga to help her muscles relax. "If I keep going at this pace," she thought, "I'll have reached my fitness goals before I know it." ### The Future: What’s to Come Looking ahead, Sarah knew she had only just scratched the surface. She had big plans for her fitness journey, and she was excited for what was to come. "In a few years, I’ll be stronger and healthier than I’ve ever been," she thought, knowing that she would continue working hard to maintain her fitness routine. She had already set her sights on new challenges, like hiking and possibly even doing a triathlon. "In five years, I will have run multiple races," she thought, visualizing her future self accomplishing her goals. She was already planning her training schedule for the months ahead, making sure that she stayed on track. "By the time I hit my 40s," Sarah told herself, "I’ll be in the best shape of my life." ### Conclusion: Keep Going Sarah had come a long way since that fateful day when she decided to make a change. She had proven to herself that with determination and consistency, anything was possible. But she also knew that this was just the beginning. "Every day is a step toward becoming the best version of myself," she said, smiling to herself as she took her first sip of water after a successful workout. "The journey never ends." In your respective teams, review the story found in [Week 4](https://eduuaa.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/GrammarInContextII2/EjOF_qD_cRpAlWZpOqqub4oBHl0X2vcFcHWqx5bHTs2OSA?e=m1rEu4) each team member working in their own Word document. Assign roles or sections of the story and identify the following: 1. Identify verb tenses. 2. Identify any clauses. 3. Identify any phrases. 4. Identify any parts of speech. 5. Identify any [Common sentence structures in English](https://app.capacities.io/f1711151-3e8c-449c-8203-f47df61f6ea2/30ab44b4-6fd8-4bbc-9fae-c6177a8a86ae). 6. List any advice provided in the story. - Example - Ever since Sarah could remember, she had struggled with maintaining a healthy lifestyle. - For years, she had ignored the signs her body was giving her, focusing more on her career than her health. - But one fateful afternoon, after an exhausting day of work, she finally had an epiphany. - **She stood in front of the mirror, seeing a tired and worn version of herself.** - **She stood in front of the mirror, and saw a tired and worn version of herself.** - That moment, she knew she needed to make a change. --- - 18 February 2025 - TOEFL review: [https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=kuLi4dYhSUi3EE1H2VeK0ItjcCXTT1VEvQ9aSPhTcDNUMlVCT0c4S0tQNEJGWkVGRzFESVVQOUNGOC4u](https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=kuLi4dYhSUi3EE1H2VeK0ItjcCXTT1VEvQ9aSPhTcDNUMlVCT0c4S0tQNEJGWkVGRzFESVVQOUNGOC4u) - Identify each subject-verb (clause) - Identify each [Finite verbs](https://app.capacities.io/f1711151-3e8c-449c-8203-f47df61f6ea2/a02d57a0-fe2b-4613-8070-558c55d0a5f5) and [Non-Finite verbs](https://app.capacities.io/f1711151-3e8c-449c-8203-f47df61f6ea2/8f6a7a9c-c0cd-4ac2-9234-b0d472884b8e). - Use up entire 30 minutes. - TOEFL analysis - 19 February 2025 - TOEFL review [image](https://app.capacities.io/f1711151-3e8c-449c-8203-f47df61f6ea2/05d68bd0-0479-4c98-8855-38fca8ae9c94) Review items 21, 24, 28, 29, 32, 31, - 20 February 2025& 21 February 2025 - Review the different verb tenses used in the story from Monday. 1. **Simple past** – "Sarah had struggled with maintaining a healthy lifestyle." 2. **Simple present** – "She knows it won't be easy." 3. **Simple future** – "Tomorrow, everything will change." 4. **Past perfect** – "She had noticed her energy levels plummeting." 5. **Present perfect** – "She has realized that consistency is key." 6. **Future perfect** – "She will have reached her fitness goals before she knows it." 7. **Past continuous** – "She was feeling tired after her workout." 8. **Present continuous** – "She is gradually incorporating more exercise." 9. **Future continuous** – "I’ll be running that race." 10. **Past perfect continuous** – "She had been working out consistently for over a month." 11. **Present perfect continuous** – "She has been working hard." 12. **Future perfect continuous** – "In five years, I will have been training for multiple races." - Review some of the advice given in the story. 1. **"Start slow, and don't be too hard on yourself."** (Advice on beginning a fitness routine and being patient with oneself.) 2. **"You don’t have to work out for hours at the gym. Just get moving."** (Advice on starting with manageable workouts and not overcommitting.) 3. **"It’s not about giving up everything. It’s about balance."** (Advice on maintaining a balanced approach to food and exercise.) 4. **"Listen to your body. While pushing yourself is important, overexertion had led to injuries in the past."** (Advice on being mindful of the body’s limits to avoid injury.) 5. **"Every day is a step toward becoming the best version of yourself."** (Encouragement and advice on consistency and progress in the fitness journey.) - Begin [Grammar in Context II Week 4 Task](https://app.capacities.io/f1711151-3e8c-449c-8203-f47df61f6ea2/c8d0f554-8838-44d2-b851-6b545c979818).