Health — Phrasal Verbs
Exercise, illness, and healthy habits · 8 phrasal verbs · Level B1
work out
Meaning: to exercise
Example: Lisa works out at the gym three times a week.
cut down on
Meaning: to reduce the amount of something
Example: Tom cuts down on sugar after his checkup.
come down with
Meaning: to become ill with something
Example: Ethan comes down with the flu every winter.
pass out
Meaning: to suddenly lose consciousness
Example: It is so hot that a runner passes out near the finish line.
throw up
Meaning: to vomit, when food comes back up from your stomach
Example: The little boy throws up after the long car ride.
take up
Meaning: to start a new sport or habit
Example: Emma takes up yoga to relax after work.
warm up
Meaning: to prepare your body before exercise with gentle movement
Example: Always warm up before you run.
cool down
Meaning: to relax your body after exercise with slow movement
Example: We cool down with slow stretches after class.