to mushroom– to spread, grow, or develop quickly.
health-conscious –aware of one's own health and body
keep-fit(a noun) – being in good physical condition; in good health
to be preoccupied with –to be absorbed or engrossed to the exclusion of other things
aerobics –1. also called aerobic exercises. (used with a pl. v.) any of various sustained exercises, as jogging, rowing, swimming, or cycling, that stimulate and strengthen the heart and lungs, thereby improving the body's utilization of oxygen.
2. (used with a sing. v. ) a physical fitness program based on such exercises: Aerobics is a good way to get your body in shape.
weight-lifting -the act, art, or sport of lifting barbells of given poundages in a prescribed manner, as a competitive event or conditioning exercise.
to spring up -to grow rapidly
light exercises -of little weight; not heavy
exhilarating -enlivening; invigorating; stimulating
addiction -the state of being enslaved to a habit or practice or to something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming, as narcotics, to such an extent that its cessation causes severe trauma.
Speak on the popular sports and leisure activities in Russia. Use the vocabulary from the text above.
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