Italian Phrase
Corro e sollevo pesi.
Meaning
The sentence means ‘I run and lift weights.’ It combines two fitness activities, showing that the speaker follows a mixed cardio‑strength routine.
When to use
Use this phrase when talking about your workout routine, answering a question about what you do to stay fit, or describing your daily sport habits to a friend or trainer.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Corroesollevopesi
Corro (presente indicativo)
‘Corro’ is the first‑person singular present of the verb *correre* (to run). It follows the regular -ere conjugation pattern.
e (congiunzione)
The coordinating conjunction *e* means ‘and’, linking two independent actions in the same sentence.
sollevo (presente indicativo)
‘Sollevo’ is the first‑person singular present of *sollevare* (to lift). Like *correre*, it follows the regular -are conjugation.
pesi (sostantivo plurale)
‘Pesi’ is the plural form of *peso* (weight, dumbbell). In this context it refers to the weights used at the gym.
🗨In Conversation
Corro e sollevo pesi.
I run and lift weights.
Che programma segui? Ti alleni al mattino o alla sera?
What program do you follow? Do you train in the morning or in the evening?
✕Common Mistakes
Corro e sollevare pesi.
The infinitive *sollevare* cannot be used here; you need the conjugated form *sollevo* to match the subject ‘io’.
Corro e sollevo peso.
If you refer to a single weight, use the singular *peso*; with the plural you need *pesi*.
Corro, sollevo pesi.
Do not omit the conjunction; *Corro, sollevo pesi* sounds like two separate statements rather than a combined routine.
↔Alternatives
Faccio jogging e sollevo pesi.
I go jogging and lift weights.
Mi alleno correndo e sollevando pesi.
I train by running and lifting weights.
Corro e poi sollevo i pesi.
I run and then lift the weights.
Cultural Tip
In Italy, many gyms combine cardio zones with free‑weight areas, so it’s common to hear people describe a mixed routine like ‘corro e sollevo pesi.’ The verb *correre* can also refer to jogging in a park, a popular activity especially in cities with historic promenades such as the Lungomare in Naples or the Villa Borghese in Rome.