【推荐1】They say once you learn how to ride a bike, you never forget. Most of us learnt when we were kids, and many still put on our helmets, put our feet on the pedals, and shoot off for a ride around the streets.     1     Then the question is what makes it so appealing to people to ride their bikes once again.

First, let’s look at the health benefits. Cycling can improve cardiovascular (心血管的) health, burn excess body fat and strengthen your leg muscles.     2     For example, a long ride in the countryside could help you to clear your mind, or de-stress.

    3     By cycling, you save money on fuel or train fares. If you do drive into work, sometimes finding somewhere to park can be a nightmare, whereas finding somewhere to chain your bike up can be much simpler. Then, on the train, there are changes at stations and other commuters speaking loudly on their phones to deal with.     4     And if you’re worried about safety, there are designated cycle lanes in many major cities. Wearing high-visibility clothing, sometimes referred to as ‘hi-vis’, is another way to improve your safety when cycling on the roads.

Finally, cycling can also be good for the environment. It can help you to reduce your carbon footprint.     5    

So, whether people wan to cycle for their health, getting about town, their wallet, the environment, or a combination of all of them — the popularity of cycling is on the rise.

【推荐2】How often do you use your car？ Can you use your car less often？ Do you know the following facts in the Uk？

About 50% of all car journeys are just for fun.

Over 80% people go to work by car.

25% car journeys are under two miles.

70% car journeys are under five miles.

WALKING&CYCLING

Instead of using the car for short journeys，why not walk or ride a bicycle？ Walking is a most popular form of exercise—it's healthy and it can save you money. If you work nearby， try walking or cycling instead of driving. Walking your children to school gives them valuable road experience.

BUSES

Bus companies are using new buses：some run on new fuels which produce less pollution；some have easier access for disabled and old people. There are special traffic lanes（行车道）to make bus journeys easier and more reliable. So do something to help solve the pollution problem let the bus take you to work and your children to school.

TRAINS

All car journeys，long or short，can be hard work. For some trips it is wiser to take the train. Leave your car at home and walk，cycle or take a bus to and from the station. Train travel is fast，safe and comfortable. Train tickets are not always expensive；some are quite cheap at discount.

【推荐1】There are many reasons to choose a career. Talent ranks highly, as does interest- and of course, you need to get paid enough money to live on. For some, their career path is also guided by a sense of altruism （利他主义）. They are looking for a job where they can make a difference in their communities and the world. There are some jobs here for every altruistic soul.

People with this job help patients young and old improve the sill they need for everyday living.

Median Annual Salary：$65，185

Job Outlook（2016-26）：24 percent growth

Dietitians advise clients on healthy eating with a variety of goals，from supporting medical treatment, weight loss to managing illnesses like diabetes（糖尿病）.Dietitians typically have a bachelor's degree, and their pay may rise with specific skill sets.

Median Annual Salary：$51，982

Job Outlook（2016-26）：15 percent growth

Nurses provide patient care in a variety of in-patient and out-patient settings, including hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics, and patients' homes. They also help care and educate patients and their families about health and disease management. Many hospitals now require bachelor's degrees for their nurses. All registered nurses must be licensed.

Median Annual Salary：$62，962

Job Outlook（2016-26）：15 percent growth

Physicians and surgeons obviously make a real difference in patients' lives and contribute to the health of the community at large. They also get paid well：depending on their specialty, they can earn well over $200,000 a year. On the other hand, they may need that money to pay off their school fees: doctors undergo nine years or more of post- secondary education and training.

Median Annual Salary：$140,506

Job Outlook（2016-26）：13 percent growth

【推荐2】There are thousands of puzzles to choose from for you, such as jigsaw puzzles, puzzle books and more. They all have something in common: they test your skills or knowledge. Here are four of the most common:

One of the most popular word puzzles — the crossword. It can be done with paper and pencil or online. Sometimes word puzzles involve finding new words within a large group of letters. This type of word puzzle is called a word search.

Word puzzles usually test your vocabulary. Knowing the language that the game is designed in is required for success, however.

Mechanical puzzles have pieces that must be arranged in some way. The world’s best-selling puzzle, the Rubik’s Cube, is a mechanical puzzle. As of 2020, over 450 million Rubik’s Cubes had been sold.

Jigsaw puzzles also fall into this category. They typically involve putting pieces in the right place to form a picture. Jigsaw puzzles have from two to over 550,000 pieces — the largest one on record.

Figuring out the solution to a logic puzzle requires careful thought rather than guessing. Sudoku and Mine Finder are examples of logic puzzles. In Mine Finder players must determine where the mines are hidden in a grid.

Math puzzles involve numbers, words or objects and the use of math. Surprisingly, the ever-popular Candy Crush is classified as a math puzzle. Math skills are required for players to successfully move and match colored candies.

There are many other kinds of puzzles. But no matter which you prefer, puzzles are a great way to entertain.

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