【推荐2】Lloyd Black decided to join the Anytime Fitness gym in Semmes, Alabama last year after he found himself struggling to accomplish simple household tasks. The 91-year-old man hoped that joining a gym might help him build strength and reduce his aches and pains. Over the past year, Black has been faithfully coming to the gym three times a week. His overalls (工装裤) really catch plenty of attention. He says that he prefers to wear overalls during his workouts because they are comfortable, and he has “trouble keeping his trousers up” other-wise.

When Black first joined Anytime Fitness, gym manager Ashley Seaman said he could barely last 10 minutes on the treadmill (跑步机) without becoming winded. Now, however, the senior can effortlessly do power walking for thirty minutes before moving on to his workout routine. As a means of praising Black for his advance, Seaman recently named Black “Mem-ber of the Month”.

He also takes time to help other seniors new to the gym learn how to use the weightlifting machines. “He's just a friendly soul. He will go to the other elderly members and show them how to use the machines,” Seaman shared in a post on the gym's Facebook page. “Someone like him always encourages others to keep it up and include fitness in their life,” the post reads. “Seeing him work out three times a week in his overalls brightens our day!”

As a result of his work at the gym, Black finds it easier to mow (割) the seven acres of grass at his house and tool around in his woodworking shop. He experiences less daily dis-comfort and moves more easily. He always says, “Age is just a number and it doesn't mean you can't get into the gym.”

1. What makes Black draw the attention of the gym members?

A．His too slow pace.	B．His unique clothes.
C．His difference in age.	D．His clinical symptoms.

2. What was the main reason for Black's winning the name “Member of the Month”?

A．His physical quality.

B．His operational skills.

C．His willingness to help others.

D．His great progress in workouts.

3. How did Seaman describe Black in his post?

A．He's inspiring.	B．He's ambitious.
C．He's respectful.	D．He’s demanding.

4. What can we learn from Black's story?

A．It's never too late to take exercise.

B．The stronger the body, the more intelligent the brain.

C．Walk a hundred steps after dinner and live to ninety -nine.

D．Practise long-distance running daily, getting older and younger.

【推荐3】Whether you’re working out to lose weight or have a beautiful body, it is necessary to have the right ideas. You may often get some suggestions from some people.     1    

Myth (误传) 1: To stay in shape, you only need to work out once or twice a week.

Truth: Once or twice a week won’t make you stay in shape.     2     It is better to do it every day, because we find that the act of sitting counteracts (抵消) any of the activities you do.

Myth 2: The best time to work out is in the morning.

Truth: The best time for a workout is whatever time allows you to exercise most often. And you should make physical exercise a habit.     3     If you prefer a morning run, do that instead.

Myth 3:     4    

Truth: If you want to lose weight, you shouldn’t think that you can simply make it through exercise. Experts say losing weight almost always starts with changes in your eating habits. In terms of weight loss, diet plays a much bigger role than exercise.

Myth 4: Running a marathon is the ideal way to get fit.

Truth:     5     You can get many of the benefits of long-distance running without ever passing the five-mile mark. Running fast and hard for just 5 to 10 minutes a day can provide some of the same benefits as running for hours can.

A．But not all of them are right.

B．Exercise is the best way to lose weight.

C．And these suggestions are worth following.

D．There is no need to run five miles to keep fit.

E．Running a marathon is suitable for most people.

F．If a late-night trip to the gym is your thing, stick to it.

G．At least three days per week for an exercise program is necessary.

【推荐1】Both jogging and running are beneficial but require different body techniques. Running needs more speed and power and is more intense (剧烈的).     1     These two exercises differ in several aspects. Many joggers and runners may not know how to run properly, so let’s touch on everything about jogging.

What is Jogging?

    2     One of the first mentions of jogging was when William Shakespeare wrote about it in his book The Taming of the Shrew. A line in the book mentioned the word jogging, but it was speaking about leaving and not the exercise itself. The exercise was not recorded until the mid 17th century in England, and it became popular in the United States as a training exercise for athletes. Jogging has now developed into an exercise to lose weight and a form of running at a slow or relaxing pace. It’s usually performed over long distances and is a type of aerobic endurance training. On the other hand, running has long been a common activity even among our earliest ancestors. It is an activity that naturally occurred as a form of traveling at a fast pace.     3    

Definition and Intensity of Jogging

Almost anyone can jog. Jogging can be performed at any pace depending on the person’s desired results.     4     Running is the more intense version of jogging and sprinting (快速奔跑) is the more intense version of running. Running requires more speed and body tolerance as it can tire the person and use up oxygen quickly. It is one of the fastest activities that people can perform with their feet.

How Many Calories Does Jogging Burn?

Jogging can burn more than three times the calories compared with walking. An hour’s jog can burn almost 584 calories for a 72-kg person jogging at a speed of 8 kph.     5     You can calculate how many calories to burn by jogging in order to lose weight with our daily calories calculator easily.

A．Jogging requires you to keep calm.

B．Ancestors ran for hunting food and protection.

C．Jogging was not discovered at any particular time.

D．However, there is some doubt whether you are running in a correct way.

E．Jogging, on the other hand, has a slower pace and involves more muscle use.

F．It can also be done at a relaxing pace that is only a little faster than walking.

G．A person of the same weight walking at 3.2 kph burns about 30 calories in 10 minutes.

【推荐3】The air gets a little thinner and the cold begins to wrap around us as fall leaves and winter arrives. Some people regard winter as a goodbye to their favorite outdoor sports. However, there are plenty of winter outdoor activities that transcend all seasons.

Climbing

Some climbers say that winter climbing and summer climbing are completely different sports. The snow, ice, and cold has the tendency to turn one terrain (地形) into something completely different than it is in the warmer months. As with any other change in temp and terrain, you’ll need gear (设备) and expectations that make sense for the conditions. Plan for the weather getting worse, pack hot liquids, bring all extreme winter climbing supplies-even if the terrain isn’ t expected to need it, layer your clothes, and turn back if you need to. Winter climbing offers more different experiences and views than climbing in warmer months.

Cycling

No matter what type of cycling you’re into, whether it is mountain biking or commuting to work, you can turn it into an all - season activity. Just like anything else, it simply requires some modification ( 改进). Wearing more layers is important, but not so many that you’ll be sweating after a few minutes peddling. A good base layer, gloves, boots, and a head covering will make you plenty comfortable in the cooler temperatures.

Running

Seasonal Affective Disorder is a condition in which people can feel depressed and fatigued in the winter months as a result of the body’s lack of sunlight. Some people can combat this issue with light therapy. Another way to fight the winter blues is to do some exercise.

Continuing to run outside is one way to soak in as much sunlight in your workout as you can. More layers and better shoes may be all you need to turn your warm weather month sport into a cold weather sport as well. In fact, many runs and marathons take place in cooler months. Just be aware of the thinner air and how it can affect your breathing as well as your muscles. However, don’t let a little cold keep you from enjoying a run with a beautiful snowy backdrop.

1. What should you prepare when climbing in winter?

A．Hot liquids.

B．A head covering.

C．Boots.

D．Thin clothes.

2. What does the underlined word “fatigued” in the fourth paragraph mean?

A．Excited.

B．Warm.

C．Tired.

D．Frightened.

3. What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To show the benefit of climbing.

B．To recommend some good winter sports.

C．To warn people of the danger of winter sports.

D．To tell the difference between winter and summer sports.