Season 5 Episode 23

Hobbies

For a footballer, recovery can be as important as training. But ‘recovery’ comes in many styles.
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Episode Notes

For a footballer, recovery can be as important as training. But ‘recovery’ comes in many styles. We all relax in different ways; for some people, they might get rest from listening to electronic music, others by tending to a farm. Today we’re exploring the hobbies and interests of footballers away from the pitch.

Vocabulary

  1. Unwind: to relax and allow your mind to be free from worry after a period of work or some other activity
    ”Spending time with family and friends is a great way to unwind.”
  2. Well-being: the state of feeling healthy and happy
    ”Having hobbies outside of football contributes to a player’s well-being, both mentally and physically.”
  3. Grueling: extremely tiring and difficult, and demanding great effort and determination
    ”Life as a professional athlete can be extremely grueling.”

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