I yawned (打哈欠)as I got off the last step of the bus. I had woken early that morning, and had not been able to sleep on the long ride from Riverside High, thinking about that day’s race, the Eye Opener. I had never raced in a state-wide race before. Over thirty high school teams ran, along with quite a few colleges. The rest of my team and I unloaded the bus, and we relaxed and waited for our race patiently.
“Start warming up,” our coach told us, roughly forty-five minutes after we arrived. After finishing our stretches, we headed over to the starting line, eager for the race to begin.
The starter walked to the middle of the field. “There will be two commands,” his voice boomed, ‘‘Runners set, then the gun. If you hear another shot, return to the starting line to start again. ” My heart raced as I got my legs ready to race.
“Runners set!” the starter shouted Bam! The gun fired, and he rushed out of our way. Adrenaline (肾上腺素)rushed through my body as I raced through the mass of runners. As I rounded the first turn, my schoolmates greeted me with heartening shouts. Then, in what felt like only one minute, I arrived at the one mile mark.
“6’10”, a man declared as I ran by. I tried to ignore him, but my legs began to burn as I realized I had run a mile and still had two to go. I slowed down my pace, for I knew the second mile was the worst of all three. Minutes later, I felt horrible. My legs ached, feeling like lead blocks. My vision was clouded as sweat dropped down into my eyes, and my arms felt as if they would fall off if I swung them one more time. Just as I almost reached my limit, a boy passed me. He also seemed to have lost strength but soon he was a little ahead of me.
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I gathered up my strength to speed up but suddenly fell to the ground.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________In the last mile, seeing the athletes passing us one by one, I asked the boy to run without me.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Eartha lost her balance and fell heavily onto the floor. “I’ll never be as flexible as you are, Grandma.” she sighed softly.
Eartha’s Grandma had been practising yoga for more than 50 years, who could twist, bend and curl her body with ease. She could even stand on her hands and pull her body into different poses.
“Eartha, your name means ‘patience’.You need patience for yoga,” said her Grandma.
Like many schools in the country,Eartha’ s school held an annual yoga competition. Eartha wanted to make her Grandma proud. But she could hardly stand on one leg.
Grandma returned to the kitchen.Eartha kept practicing hard. She stood straight, her arms at her sides. She moved her hands and knees, arching her back. All of these poses were easy,while the competition was certain to be harder. So she tried more challenging poses, lying on her stomach and pushing up on her hands. Her arms soon got tired and she collapsed to the floor. Eartha wandered into the kitchen.
“Finished already?” asked Grandma.
“It’s hard,” Eartha said. “How did you get to be so strong?”
Grandma smiled. “Patience.”
The next morning, Eartha felt ached and sore all over the body. Her legs hurt so badly from the poses she practiced that she even wanted to quit. However, her grandmother’s words echoed in her mind, and she held the pose for a longer time.
Each day Eartha would practice anew pose, before going over the poses she had practiced the previous few days.With the date of the competition approaching, she started to feel stronger and more flexible. Her arms and legs stopped trembling.
The day of the yoga competition arrived as expected. In the gym, Eartha lay on her back with her knees bent and placed her hands on the floor behind her. Everything went smoothly. Just then,so eager was she to win Grandma’s pride that her poses displayed a mix of impatience, and rigidness. Eartha fell on the mat, which cost her edge over other competitors. A bell rang, ending the first half of the competition.
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Thinking she ruined all because of impatience, Eartha looked at the audience for Grandma.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Calm and confident, Eartha stepped on the stage for the second half of the competition.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________3 . Online training is one of the fastest growing parts of the fitness industry. If you’re considering joining the online fitness community, consider these benefits and drawbacks.
One of the most popular reasons for working out following an online video is that it offers ultimate convenience. No need to roll out of bed at 5 a. m. to attend that 6 a. m. boot camp class, which may end up being full when you arrive.
Online training also has broad offerings. When you head online, you have instructors from around the globe, all ready and willing to help you master your favorite moves.
All these are undoubtedly positive-online training provides fitness resources to general consumers wherever they are, without requiring access to a gym or fitness studio.
Very few online fitness programs enable the instructor to see you, check your form, and offer corrections based on your performance.
A.Another is the price. |
B.But it’s not without problems. |
C.The same goes for different types of exercise. |
D.However, online personal training isn’t for everyone. |
E.Instead, you can turn it on at home at your convenience. |
F.That being said, online workouts aren’t perfect when it comes to safety. |
G.This means you could perform exercises wrongly, or even unsafely, without knowing it. |
4 . There are some great winter sports that are just waiting to be explored. Some or more extreme than others, but still definitely worth a try...
Ice SkatingInvented more than 4000 years ago by the Finnish, it remains loved by so many all over the world. People of all ages can take advantage of this fun sport, as it is a great way to be outdoors and get a bit of exercise. Experts say that the more you practice, the belter your balance, co-coordination, and flexibility will become. So put on a pair of skates and get moving on the rink.
SnowcrossSnowcross is a sport suitable for people who are a bit more adventurous. Over the last several years, snowcross has increased in popularity and is one of the most sought-after forms of snowmobile races and a really trendy winter sport. Snowcross is popular in the USA, Canada, Sweden, and Finland. Sound fun? Why not give it a try?
Ice HockeyIce hockey is not just one of the most popular winter Olympic sports but has also recently become a common international sport. Ice hockey is fast passed and full of energy that also involved numerous intricate (复杂精细的) tricks and movements. It doesn’t only have a competitive side, it also is super fun!
SnowboardingSnowboarding is another really fun snow sport that is definitely worth trying this winter. It’s not the same as skiing, the main difference between snowboarding and skiing is that snowboarding does not use poles and most people use softer boots for flexibility. Snowboarding has only recently been added to the winter Olympics. There are hundreds of different resorts around the world that allow you to experience this popular sport.
1. What can we know about Snowcross?A.It needs more practice. | B.It suits those willing to take risks. |
C.It covers numbers of tricks and movements. | D.It is popular only in Europe. |
A.Ice Skating. | B.Snowcross. | C.Ice Hockey. | D.Snowboarding. |
A.They have a long history. | B.They appeal to people of all ages. |
C.They are full of fun. | D.They are more extreme than any other sport. |
5 . I started skiing when I was three years old. My mom worked as a ski instructor as she also loved the snow. While the other
When I was seven, I decided I wanted to take my skiing to the next level and join a
As soon as I joined the team, I was placed in a low level.
Life is not going to be a smooth road for all of us, and building
I encourage you all to
A.teenagers | B.instructors | C.children | D.players |
A.flying | B.walking | C.running | D.floating |
A.tree | B.snow | C.chair | D.stone |
A.group | B.club | C.party | D.team |
A.girls | B.boys | C.adults | D.beginners |
A.constantly | B.really | C.firstly | D.immediately |
A.Instead | B.However | C.Therefore | D.Otherwise |
A.smallest | B.biggest | C.highest | D.cleverest |
A.jokes | B.goals | C.options | D.experiences |
A.toughness | B.relief | C.patience | D.support |
A.caused | B.advised | C.forced | D.taught |
A.friends | B.fans | C.mother | D.assistant |
A.encouraging | B.exciting | C.interesting | D.astonishing |
A.think about | B.step out of | C.set up | D.move into |
A.grateful | B.careful | C.powerful | D.respectful |
6 . The Importance of Getting Kids to Be Active
Everyone knows that kids should be physically active and need to exercise regularly to be physically fit.
How Much Exercise Do Kids Need?
It is recommended that kids should be physically active for at least 60 minutes per day.
Exercise and Calories
Youth Exercise and Fitness
Remember that kids, even teens, don’t usually stick with exercise programs.
A.Fortunately, it doesn’t matter |
B.Regular exercise is good for kids |
C.So they will be able to burn even more calories |
D.That’s why you don’t see many kids in health clubs |
E.Whether they are overweight or at a healthy weight |
F.If your child is very active and is still gaining weight |
G.But that doesn’t have to be 60 minutes of continuous activity |
7 . Columbia high school girls’ soccer team had lost every game in the season until a new
Stuart Henley, a former soccer player and now a truck driver,
Obviously, the girls were onto something big in the new season. They
“Whatever brings you down will
A.player | B.driver | C.colleague | D.coach |
A.recognized | B.rewarded | C.reorganized | D.founded |
A.applied | B.preferred | C.credited | D.adjusted |
A.shooting | B.cheering | C.walking | D.observing |
A.principle | B.dream | C.plan | D.virtue |
A.found | B.decided | C.watched | D.liked |
A.turned | B.divided | C.integrated | D.translated |
A.styles | B.training | C.rules | D.game |
A.embarrassing | B.unlucky | C.intense | D.unbeaten |
A.awarded | B.denied | C.saved | D.limited |
A.promotion | B.approach | C.solution | D.contribution |
A.hopefully | B.officially | C.fortunately | D.eventually |
A.brought | B.taught | C.left | D.reserved |
A.participants | B.winners | C.opponents | D.partners |
A.harmony | B.victory | C.company | D.dignity |
8 . In Grade 7, my PE teacher watched me, as I tried to jump up and touch a marker on the wall. And he said: “You're doing pretty well in my
In high school, I wasn't
I discovered running in my 20s, and I
It was my mental wellness that finally forced me to rethink my fitness. This winter, I found myself extremely tired. I knew
I settled on an exercise bike. Since early March, I've hardly
A handful of people will find glory in athleticism. For the rest of us, the
If only he'd said, “You're doing really well in my class. Look at your
A.class | B.family | C.crew | D.firm |
A.perfect | B.suitable | C.prepared | D.responsible |
A.hikes | B.rides | C.walks | D.drives |
A.ignored | B.believed | C.applied | D.enjoyed |
A.knocking into | B.running into | C.letting down | D.calming down |
A.anything | B.something | C.nothing | D.everything |
A.record | B.change | C.reserve | D.release |
A.missed | B.forgotten | C.arranged | D.passed |
A.latest | B.busiest | C.loneliest | D.fastest |
A.slipping | B.steadying | C.feeding | D.speaking |
A.avoid | B.admit | C.finish | D.mind |
A.struggle | B.reward | C.experience | D.conflict |
A.boosted | B.rebuilt | C.frustrated | D.lost |
A.never | B.ever | C.always | D.only |
A.strength | B.knowledge | C.reflection | D.effort |
9 . Although a gym membership can be nice, you don't have to have one to get into great shape! All you need is a little bit of time and space at home for yourself.
Spend 5 to 10 minutes warming up before every workout.
Set achievable goals that you can break into smaller tasks. It's one thing to say you want to get fit, but that means something different for everyone.
A.Not sure what to do? |
B.Want to build muscle without buying equipment? |
C.Do strength training twice a week to build muscle. |
D.If you're struggling to fit in workout time, don't worry. |
E.Spend five to ten minutes cooling down after each workout. |
F.Figure out what you plan to achieve and make that your goal. |
G.But before everything, you need to create an at-home fitness routine. |
Standing in the National Speed Skating Oval, China’s former speed skating world champion Wang Beixing had mixed emotions. She was jealous of those young athletes who had the chance
Following the
“The testing program in the ‘Ice Ribbon’ had three