DEBATE CLUB #8: Modern Fitness & Diet Trends: Harmful or Beneficial?

Are modern fitness and diet trends guiding us toward better health or setting unrealistic standards that harm our well-being? How do these trends shape the way we view fitness, nutrition, and self-image? Come to tonight’s Debate Club and hear what everyone thinks!

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C'est l'occasion rêvée pour pratiquer votre anglais dans une ambiance détendue. Animées par des professeurs qualifiés de langue maternelle anglaise, les séances de conversation du Debate Club sont conviviales, engageantes et efficaces !

VENUE & TEACHERS

• AIX: 19h00 to 20h30 with James Rice
• MARSEILLE: 19h00 to 20h30 with Simon Allchin

QUESTIONS FOR DEBATE

What are the most popular fitness and diet trends today, and why are they so influential?

Do these trends prioritise long-term health or short-term results?

How do social media and influencers impact the popularity of fitness and diet trends?

Are some fitness and diet trends harmful to mental health?

What role does cultural diversity play in fitness and diet trends?

Should governments or organisations regulate claims made by fitness and diet programs?

How do trends like keto, intermittent fasting, or extreme workouts compare in effectiveness and safety?

Are modern fitness and diet trends accessible to everyone, regardless of socioeconomic status?

How can individuals assess the credibility of fitness and diet advice they encounter?

What role does technology (e.g., fitness apps, trackers) play in shaping modern health behaviours?

Can embracing traditional or holistic approaches to fitness and nutrition counteract harmful trends?

How can people develop healthier attitudes toward fitness and dieting in the face of trends?

VOCABULARY

body positivity

burnout

caloric intake

customisable

detox

diet culture

endorse (v)

evidence-based

fad

fitness tracker

flexibility

genetics

holistic

influence (v)

influencers

macronutrients

meal prepping

metabolism

micronutrients

misinform (v)

nutritionist

overexertion

peer pressure

processed foods

pseudoscience

realistic goals

self-discipline

self-image

sustainability

wellness industry

SEARCH THE WEB FOR IDEAS!

Find articles and/or videos on the web and come prepared to share the information you have found with the others.

SUGGESTED SEARCH WORDS FOR THIS SUBJECT

benefits of holistic health

current health and wellness statistics

effects of social media on fitness

harmful diet trends 2025

modern fitness and diet trends

SUGGESTED WEBSITES FOR MATERIALS

https://www.bbc.co.uk/
https://www.youtube.com/?gl=GB
www.guardian.co.uk
www.independent.co.uk
www.nytimes.com

KEY PHRASES

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