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   As a high school senior, Kimmarie Pond had never even considered cycling to get fit. That changed after she participated (参加) in Soul-Cycle’s program called Soul Scholarships.

The program teaches healthy lifestyle lessons to teens from New York’s suburbs, where healthy living isn’t always discussed in schools or the community.

The 17-year-old girl was asked if she thought she was too old to learn about living a healthy lifestyle. “I would say that you’re never too old to learn anything,” Pond replied. “I don’t think cycling is that hard,” she added.

Like Pond, Brown said his favorite part of the program came after they got off the bikes. “We take nutrition classes, where we learn about alternative (可供替代的) food choices, healthy options that encourage us to be more healthy,” he said.

“Adapting (适应) to change,” he added, “is not something I’d necessarily do, but I did it, and for me that means everything.”

Early results are positive, and not just for Brown. About one third of the participants did not exercise before joining the program. Now, 95 percent of the participants are working out regularly. The participants are also reported to have cut back on soda, which can have high sugar content, by 46 percent.

“We have never expected that the kids would be so energetic and devoted to the program,” said Ashley Mashihi, a cycling instructor.

Small steps can mean big change for these teens. Maria Caban says she feels different now. “When I walk out,” she says, “I walk with my head up. I feel a lot of pride in my participation.”

【小题1】Kimmarie Pond had never thought of keeping fit by ____________.
A.learning a healthy lifestyleB.joining a group
C.riding a bicycleD.going on a diet
【小题2】Which part of the program does Brown like best?
A.Discussing healthy options.B.Riding a bike.
C.Learning something new.D.Taking nutrition classes.
【小题3】Since they joined the program, the percentage of participants who work out regularly has risen by ________.
A.about 28%B.about 62%
C.about 85%D.about 95%
【小题4】What can be inferred from the passage?
A.Drinking too much soda can be harmful to people’s health.
B.The results of the program may not be that positive later.
C.All the participants give up drinking soda.
D.Participants prefer a great deal of sugar in the program.
【小题5】How is Maria Caban feeling now?
A.She is feeling painful.B.She is feeling confident.
C.She is feeling embarrassed.D.She is feeling excited.
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Sports can help you keep fit and get in touch with nature. However, whether you are on the mountains, in the waves, or on the grassland, you should be aware that your sport of choice might have great influence on the environment.
Some sports are resource-hungry. Golf, as you may know, eats up not only large areas of countryside, but also tons of water. Besides, all sorts of chemicals and huge amounts of energy are used to keep its courses(球场) in good condition. This causes major environmental effects. For example, in the dry regions of Portugal and Spain, golf is often held responsible for serious water shortage in some local areas.
There are many environment-friendly sports. Power walking is one of them that you could take up today. You don't need any special equipment except a good pair of shoes; and you don't have to worry about resources and your purse. Simple and free, power walking can also keep you fit. If you walk regularly, it will be good for your heart and bones. Experts say that 20 minutes of power walking daily can make you feel less anxious, sleep well and have better weight control.
Whatever sport you take up, you can make it greener by using environment-friendly equipment and buying products made from recycled materials. But the final goal should be "green gyms". They are better replacements(代替物) for traditional health clubs and modern sports centers. Members of green gyms play sports outdoors, in the countryside or other open spaces. There is no special requirement for you to start your membership. And best of all, it's free.
【小题1】Which of the following is the author most probably in favor of?
A.Motor racing in the desert.
B.Cycling around a lake.
C.Playing basketball in a gym
D.Swimming in a sports center.
【小题2】The author uses power walking as an example mainly because_________.
A.it is an outdoor sport
B.it improves our health
C.it uses fewer resources
D.it is recommended by experts
【小题3】What do we know about golf from the passage?
A.It is popular in Portugal and Spain.
B.It needs water and electricity to keep its courses green.
C.It pollutes the earth with chemicals and wastes.
D.It causes water shortages around the world.
【小题4】The author writes the passage to ________.
A.show us the function of major sports
B.discuss the major influence of popular sports
C.encourage us to go in for green sports
D.introduce different types of environment-friendly sports

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   This is new to me and I don’t know what I will say really so I’m just giving it a try. I was always a runner and in pretty good shape for most of my life. Then I hit a bad patch and each day just couldn’t get myself out there to run. I put on weight, which just made me feel worse about myself.

I finally got the running back again after a few years but it was much harder than it used to be and I struggled to get through even the shortest, slowest jog.

I was out in a run the other day and I had almost convinced (说服) myself to give up when I heard someone say, “You can do it! It’s hard, but you can do it!” There was a lady walking the other way and had the biggest smile on her face.

Those words of encouragement at a time when I was ready to give up were like a perfect intervention (干预). I finished my run and now every time I feel like quitting I will hear her words in my head and they give me motivation (动力) and encouragement.

I’ve never seen her again so I’ve never been able to thank her and let her know the effect something as simple as a few words of encouragement from a stranger had and still has on me. It always encourages me in my life and has great influence on my life. I will never forget it and place it in my heart. I will tell it to others and make others believe encouragement is very important to us.

【小题1】What was the author like before putting on weight?
A.He was very tall.B.He was in good shape.
C.He was very thin.D.He was in poor health.
【小题2】What does the underlined sentence mean in the first paragraph?
A.The author had trouble in life.B.The author’s clothes were worn out.
C.The author was very lucky.D.The author was in good spirits.
【小题3】What made the author not give up running?
A.His own hard work.B.A strange lady’s encouraging words.
C.His friends’ encouragement.D.His parents’ encouragement.
【小题4】What’s the main idea of the passage?
A.An exciting experience.B.A story about losing weight.
C.Kind words from a stranger.D.The importance of determination.

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   An increasing number of Chinese are jogging to get and stay fit. Most joggers will run alone, but some will jog with friends or even coaches.

The Beijing Olympic Forest Park is one of the most popular spots. It is packed with runners in the afternoon, usually after work, and at weekends.

Jogging after a whole day’s work can be a way to unwind. It is true for He Wenjun, whose workplace is right near the forest park. She discovered her athletic gift at the age of seven, when she began playing tennis. Then she turned to jogging, and she has persevered with it for 10 years. “I come to jog almost every day after work, whenever I have time. I think jogging is good for my health. And for me, a girl, it helps me to achieve to keep slim,” she said.

She says she prefers jogging alone, so she can focus better. She loves jogging, even during Beijing’s smoggy days. “If the smog is severe, I’ll hold off jogging for a while. But if I really want to get away from work, I’ll wear a mask, or just ignore the smog and go on jogging,” she said.

For those who are not so athletic, jogging also has its attractions.

Wu Houbin started roughly two years ago, when he was severely obese(病态肥胖的). Within two months, his weight dropped from 82 kilograms to 64 kilograms. The success helped him recover health, and he has made friends. “Jogging does not require speed, but perseverance. If you want to stick to the game, you need to take it as a task, a habit, and then eventually a hobby,” Wu said.

Jogging is beneficial to heart-lung function, and the skeletal system, but doctors say improper technique damages the joints, especially the knees and ankles. “Excessive jogging wears down the body, and harms one’s health. Poor technique harms the muscles and skeletons, and can cause secondary injuries. And, jogging in a bad environment can cause circulation problems,” said Lu Zhiyong, attending doctor, Sports Hospital, General Administration of Sports.

Dr. Lu has some tips for joggers, and those who are thinking of taking it up.

He says people should first evaluate(评估)their physical condition, to decide the amount and type of exercise, and jogging in the open air is better than running on a running machine. It is recommended that joggers jog three or four times a week, and 30 to 60 minutes each time. The best time to jog is 4p.m. — 5 p.m.

【小题1】What is the main idea of the passage?
A.Jogging has both advantages and disadvantages.
B.Jogging is not fit for everyone.
C.More and more Chinese choose to jog to keep fit.
D.Jogging alone benefits people’s health better.
【小题2】The underlined word “unwind” in the third paragraph is closest in meaning to “____________”.
A.entertainB.relax
C.communicateD.improve
【小题3】What can be inferred from the passage?
A.He Wenjun had poor health before taking up jogging.
B.He Wenjun will stop jogging once there is a severe smog.
C.Wu Houbin takes up jogging mainly to lose weight.
D.Wu Houbin prefers jogging alone.
【小题4】Which of the following does Dr. Liu agree with?
A.People prefer running on a running machine.
B.Jogging is the best type of exercise.
C.One should know his physical condition before jogging.
D.It is not a good idea to jog every day.