Dangerously Bad Sleep Caused by Workout Supplements
LIFESTYLE
12/25/2025
WARM-UP
Answer quickly. No right or wrong answers.
Have you heard people say sleep problems are more common today?
Do you think young people rely more on caffeine than before?
Does fitness or health news affect your daily habits?
VOCABULARY
Essential (A1–B1)
sleep – rest when your body and mind recover
Example: Good sleep helps you feel energetic.
energy – the strength to be active
Example: Caffeine gives short-term energy.
exercise – physical activity to stay healthy
Example: Regular exercise improves mood.
health – the condition of your body and mind
Example: Poor sleep can harm your health.
drink – a liquid you consume
Example: Many people drink coffee in the morning.
Developed (B2–C2)
stamina – the ability to continue physical or mental effort
Example: Athletes need high stamina to train daily.
supplement – a pill or powder containing nutrients
Example: Many gym users take a supplement before workouts.
underscore – to emphasize importance
Example: The study underscores the risks of poor sleep.
immune system – the body’s defense against illness
Example: Lack of sleep weakens the immune system.
cardiovascular – related to the heart and blood vessels
Example: Sleep loss increases cardiovascular risk.
psychiatric – related to mental health
Example: Sleep problems can worsen psychiatric conditions.
READING
Introduction
“Many young people use workout supplements to improve performance. This text explains how these products affect sleep and overall health. Read and focus on the main ideas.”
(Read at your level. Do not translate every word.)
Article (All Levels)
Many young people use workout products to get more energy. Some take a supplement before exercising.
Studies show these products can reduce sleep time. This can harm health and daily performance.
Developed Article (B1–C2)
Research shows that pre-workout supplements are linked to dangerously poor sleep, especially among young adults. These products often contain high levels of caffeine, which increases stamina but stays in the body for hours.
The findings underscore serious health risks, including damage to the immune system, higher cardiovascular risk, and potential psychiatric problems caused by long-term sleep deprivation.
COMPREHENSION CHECK
(Answer based on your level.)
A1–A2
What do workout supplements help increase?
What problem do they cause with sleep?
Is sleep important for health?
B1–B2
Why do pre-workout supplements affect sleep?
What ingredient causes most sleep problems?
Name one health risk linked to poor sleep.
C1–C2
How does caffeine disrupt natural sleep processes?
Why are young people especially at risk?
How can poor sleep affect long-term physical and mental health?
SPEAKING
(Choose a question level.)
A1–A2 — Foundation
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions. It encourages structured, fluent speech.
(Answer + 1 reason)
“I think ___ because ___.”
“One habit I have is ___.”
“I feel tired when ___.”
“This affects my ___.”
Personal Questions:
Do you drink caffeine every day? Why?
Do you sleep enough during the week?
Have you ever used workout supplements?
Do you feel tired after bad sleep?
Do you exercise in the morning or evening?
Does caffeine help you exercise better?
Do you avoid caffeine before bed?
Does sleep affect your mood?
Do you think supplements are safe?
Do your friends use fitness products?
Does exercise help you sleep?
Do you worry about your health?
Do you feel rested when you wake up?
Does stress affect your sleep?
Would you change habits to sleep better?
B1–B2 — Expansion
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions. It encourages structured, fluent speech.
(Answer + reason + 2 details)
“I feel ___ because ___; for example, ___ and ___.”
“One challenge is ___, which affects ___ and ___.”
“I am concerned about ___ because ___; in particular, ___ and ___.”
“This situation makes people feel ___, especially when ___ and ___.”
Personal Questions:
Why do people use pre-workout supplements?
How does caffeine affect your sleep quality?
Do fitness goals justify sleep loss?
What health risks worry you the most?
How can sleep loss affect exercise performance?
Would you stop using supplements for better sleep?
How do work or school schedules affect sleep?
Should gyms educate users about supplement risks?
How does sleep affect mental health?
Are young people too focused on performance?
How can habits improve sleep quality?
Do you track your sleep or health data?
How does stress combine with caffeine use?
Should supplements be regulated more strictly?
Do benefits of supplements outweigh risks?
C1–C2 — Depth & Reflection
Tip: Use sentence starters for all personal questions. It encourages structured, fluent speech.
(Reason + multiple details + consequence or reflection)
“I feel ___ because ___; for instance, ___, ___, and ___; as a result, ___.”
“One significant issue is ___, which influences ___ and ___; however, ___.”
“I am concerned about ___ because ___, including ___ and ___; this leads me to ___.”
“I think the future of fitness is ___ because ___, especially considering ___ and ___; ultimately, ___.”
Personal Questions:
How do supplements reflect modern attitudes toward productivity and fitness?
Is sacrificing sleep for performance socially accepted? Why?
How does caffeine culture affect young people’s health?
Should schools educate students about sleep science?
How do fitness trends influence risky health behaviors?
Can poor sleep create long-term societal health costs?
How should governments regulate high-caffeine products?
Does fitness marketing mislead consumers?
How does sleep deprivation affect decision-making?
Should personal responsibility outweigh regulation in health choices?
How do sleep habits reflect work-life balance problems?
Could technology help reduce sleep problems?
How does sleep impact emotional resilience?
What ethical responsibility do supplement companies have?
In your view, will sleep health become a bigger public issue?
