Why should girls play sports? You might say “to get exercise” and you’d be right. To have fun? That’s true, too.
Girls who play sports do better in school.
Girls who play sports learn teamwork and goal-setting skills. Sports teaches valuable life skills. When you work with coaches, trainers, and teammates to win games and achieve goals, you’re learning how to be successful.
Sports are good for a girl’s health. In addition to being fit and maintaining a healthy weight, girls who play sports are also less likely to smoke. And later in life, girls who exercise are less likely to get breast cancer.
Playing sports increases self-confidence. Girls who play sports feel better about themselves. Why?
Exercise cuts the pressure. Playing sports can release stress and help you feel a little happier.
| A．Please take action to play games. |
| B．In fact, there are at least 5 more reasons. |
| C．Playing sports is good for your grades. |
| D．The brain chemicals released during exercise improve a person’s mood. |
| E．Those skills will serve you well at work and in family life. |
| F．It builds confidence when you know you can practice, improve, and achieve your goals. |
| G．You might think that playing sports will take up all the study time. |
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【推荐1】You start by running around the school track three times to warm up. This is followed by exercises or long jump for the girls and football or basketball for the boys. That is an average 45 -minute PE class— but do you really enjoy it?
For students at the Second High School Attached to Beijing Normal University, sports classes have experienced a welcome change. Senior 2 students now learn the traditional Chinese martial art of sword-fighting (中国剑术), making PE the most popular lesson on the timetable. “The classes used to be boring as we just did the same things again and again,” said Xiao Tong. “But now PE classes are such fun. Sword-fighting is so cool.” His classmate Wei Jie agrees. “As well as being fun, we learn about traditional Chinese culture,” she said. The usual morning exercises performed to music on the school playground have been replaced by kicking and punching practice (搏击操) to a pop music by Zheng Xiuwen. “We didn't pay much attention when we heard the old music,” Xiao explained, “But when Zheng's music is played, we get excited.” Mao Min, the PE teacher who introduced the changes, is pleased that the students now enjoy sports lessons more. “The classes encourage healthy lifestyles and I am always looking for creative ways to keep the students active,” he said. Schools offer activities according to what sports facilities (设备) they have. For example, students at the Experimental High School Attached to Beijing Normal University can choose to learn swimming, taekwondo (跆拳道) or volleyball. “I take my volleyball very seriously so I keep fit by playing it,” said Senior 2 student Zhang Zheng. “Students only try hard in sports that interest them.”
1. Why was Xiao Tong not interested in PE classes in the past?| A．Because he didn't do well in sports. |
| B．Because he disliked the same activities. |
| C．Because he thought the classes too long- |
| D．Because he was tired of the PE teacher. |
| A．Sword-fighting. | B．Volleyball. | C．Skating. | D．Punching practice. |
| A．Sword-fighting appears in PE classes. |
| B．Students try hard in all sports at school. |
| C．Schools offer necessary sports facilities. |
| D．PE classes are welcoming new changes. |
| A．Supportive. | B．Negative. | C．Uncaring. | D．Doubtful. |
【推荐2】Why Walking is Good for You
Walking is a great way to get in shape without breaking the bank.
It Promotes Good Health
From a psychological viewpoint, walking offers an opportunity to clarify thoughts, to solve problems and to reduce stress. If you establish a rhythm that is relaxing and peaceful, walking can also become a form of meditation（冥想）.
It Allows for Social Bonding
Walking regularly with someone else enables a friendship to blossom as the pair of you exercise.
It Allows You See the World Around You
Also, the best way to explore some of the world's great cities – such as New York, London, Paris and Rome — is on foot.
| A．It Keeps You Mentally Refreshed |
| B．It Helps Build Up Our Body |
| C．Choose a location that is picturesque and accessible |
| D．You can also schedule regular walk "dates" with your partner |
| E．Here's some benefits to encourage you to lace up your walking shoes |
| F．Walking promotes the senses and enables you to enjoy a rich engagement with life around you |
| G．Walking is the key to managing weight and controlling blood pressure from a health point of view |
【推荐3】How to Exercise
Exercise is a key part of staying healthy, but finding out how to get more active can be tough. Try the following tips can be of great help to you.
Go for a quick walk or jog every day.
Jump rope for 5 to 15 minutes. Jumping rope is an excellent exercise. Take a rope, and try jumping for 5 minutes straight. If you’re not used to exercising, it’s okay if you can only jump for a minute or so.
Go for bike rides. When you’re just starting off, go for easy bike rides around your neighborhood, on a local bike trail, or at a park. At first, try cycling for around 4.8 km in 30 minutes.
Try running once you’re used to being active. Go for runs around your neighborhood.
| A．Running might be tough on your legs. |
| B．Try to run for 15 to 30 minutes straight. |
| C．Swim at your local pool or fitness center. |
| D．It is more than just a fun game for children. |
| E．Then slowly increase your speed and distance. |
| F．If you need to stop, take a break and catch your breath. |
| G．Walking and jogging are great ways to stay active, especially if you’re just beginning to exercise. |
