English conversation topic
Health & Wellbeing: English Conversation Practice
Conversations about health range from a visit to the doctor to habits, stress and exercise. Practise the vocabulary to explain how you feel and discuss healthy living.
Key vocabulary
- to work out
- to exercise
- burnout
- extreme tiredness caused by too much work or stress
- a balanced diet
- eating a healthy mix of different foods
- to feel under the weather
- to feel a little ill
- mindfulness
- paying calm attention to the present moment
Useful phrases
- I’ve been feeling… lately.
- I try to… at least… times a week.
- What helps me relax is…
- I’ve noticed a big difference since I started…
Discussion questions
Beginner (A1–A2)
- Do you play any sports?
- How many hours do you sleep?
- What healthy food do you like?
Intermediate (B1–B2)
- How do you deal with stress?
- What healthy habit is hardest for you to keep?
- Is it harder to stay healthy today than in the past?
Advanced (C1–C2)
- Should governments tax unhealthy food?
- How can workplaces support mental health?
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