I like listening to music with a strong beat because it helps me keep a steady rhythm when jumping rope. The music also gives me energy and helps me stay motivated when lifting weights.
My favorite activity was playing pickleball and padel with international students. Pickleball is a sport similar to tennis, but players use paddles and a plastic ball. Padel is also similar to tennis, but the court is smaller and surrounded by walls. The ball can bounce off the walls during the game! It was fun learning these sports and meeting students from different countries.
This week, I read articles about Japanese electric cars. I learned how car companies are using new technology to make better vehicles that run on batteries instead of gasoline.
I played pickleball, padel and beach volleyball this week. I also went swimming. Beach volleyball was especially fun because I got to spend time outside, exercise and enjoy the beach with my friends.
I've been meeting more international students and making new friends in Shanghai. It's interesting to meet people from different countries and learn about their cultures. I'm also getting more comfortable living in China and trying new activities.
