This sightseeing walking tour shows you Washington DC's most iconic sights with a fitness class built in! We explore the nation's park and the National Mall by foot, stop for multiple sports and wellness activities along the way. Are you the kind of person who goes to the hotel gym even while traveling? Do you love to go on a jo g in the morning? Join us for a tour that will get your heart beating!
What To Expect●John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Take photos from the scenic observation deck!
10 minutes·Admission Ticket Free
●Lincoln MemorialRun the steps, take photos and do a guided workout!
15 minutes·Admission Ticket Free
●Washington MonumentAt the base of the monument, we have another guided fitness activity!
20 minutes·Admission Ticket Free
●National MallOn America's lawn, we do our final guided fitness activity in Washington DC's most scenic location!
30 minutes·Admission Ticket Free
Additional Information●Confirmation will be received at time of booking
●Not recommended for travelers with back problems and pregnant（怀孕的） travelers
●No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
This tour will have at most 50 travelers
●No age under 18 and over 65Cancellation (取消) Policy
It is non-refundable (不可退还的) and cannot be changed for any reason. If you must, the money you paid will not be returned. This experience requires good weather. If it's canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a full refund.
1. Where will travelers spend the most time during the tour?| A．National Mall. | B．Lincoln Memorial. |
| C．Washington Monument. | D．John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. |
| A．there is a heavy rain | B．you give up the tour halfway |
| C．you cancel the tour a day earlier | D．you make changes just before the start |
| A．It is free. | B．It offers hotels with gyms. |
| C．It includes at least 60 visitors. | D．It connects sightseeing with exercise. |
2 . A pickup game is a game of some kind that is not part of a regularly scheduled season of competition or a championship series.
Pickup games are spontaneous (自发的) and informal.
Recently, attempts have been made to use the Internet to schedule pickup games. This is a way of helping players connect with other players in their local area and allowing them to have complete teams whenever possible.
| A．You could play pickup football, baseball, etc. |
| B．He can laugh it off and continue on with the game. |
| C．This method makes the game much more competitive. |
| D．Potential players are asked to provide their information. |
| E．The term “pick up game” often refers to basketball games. |
| F．Instead, it is a game with teams often made up on the spot. |
| G．But people have a variety of methods to pick teams and identify them. |
3 . The benefits of regular exercise are well documented but there’s a new bonus to add to the ever-growing list. New researchers found that middle-aged women who were physically fit could be nearly 90 percent less likely to develop dementia in later life, and as they did, it came on a decade later than less sporty women.
Lead researcher Dr. Helena Horder, of the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, said : "These findings are exciting because it’s possible that improving people's cardiovascular （心血管的）fitness in middle age could delay or even prevent them from developing dementia. "
For the study, 191 women with an average age of 50 took a bicycle exercise test until they were exhausted to measure their peak （最大值的） cardiovascular capacity. The average peak workload was measured at 103 watts.
A total of 40 women met the criteria for a high fitness level, or 120 watts or higher. A total of 92 women were in the medium fitness category; and 59 women were in the low fitness category, defined as a peak workload of 80 watts or less, or having their exercise tests stopped because of high blood pressure, chest pain or other cardiovascular problems.
These women were then tested for dementia six times over the following four decades. During that time, 44 of the women developed dementia. Five percent of the highly fit women developed dementia, compared to 25 percent of the women with medium fitness and 32 percent of the women with low fitness.
"However, this study does not show cause and effect between cardiovascular fitness and dementia, it only shows an association. More research is needed to see if improved fitness could have a positive effect on the risk of dementia and also to look at when during a lifetime a high fitness level is most important. " She also admitted that a relatively small number of women were studied, all of whom were form Sweden, so the results might not be applicable to other groups.
1. What is on the ever-growing list mentioned in the first paragraph?| A．Positive effects of doing exercises. |
| B．Exercises suitable for the middle-aged. |
| C．Experimental studies on diseases. |
| D．Advantages of sporty woman over man |
| A．To predict their maximum heart rate. |
| B．To assess their cardiovascular capacity |
| C．To change their habits of working out |
| D．To detect their potential health problems |
| A．It aimed to find a cure for dementia. |
| B．Data collection was a lengthy process. |
| C．Some participants withdrew from it. |
| D．The results were far from satisfactory. |
4 . National Public Radio (NPR) Music’s Tiny Desk Contest is back. Artists can submit an entry from this morning. This isn’t just another regular year of the Contest — it’s the 10th anniversary.
The panel (小组) of judges has doubled in size compared to previous years. The panel has a group of industry experts who are eager to see what this year’s participants can share. And there’s a great team of NPR’s Music station hosts on the panel: Amelia Mason, Novena Carmel and Stas THEE Boss.
Also new this year: Not only will the 2024 winner play a Tiny Desk concert, be interviewed on All Things Considered and go on tour with NPR Music — they’ll also be paired with a tutor in the industry who will help them navigate their music journey. Our judges are determined to give this year’s winner the support they’ll need to take their music to the next level. The winner will also be featured at two festivals this summer: Celebrate Brooklyn and the Millennium Park Summer Music series in Chicago.
And for the first time this year, the Contest is introducing a fan favorite vote. Later this spring, Contest judges will share their favorite entries as part of the annual Tiny Desk-Contest Top Shelf series on YouTube — and then artists and fans will be able to vote for their favorite among those selections.
Here’s how to enter: Record a video of you playing one original song — behind a desk, upload your video to YouTube, and submit the video on our Tiny Desk Contest website by Feb. 21 at 11: 59 p. m.
A final reminder: Entry videos don’t need to be fancy. The Tiny Desk is where artists go to simplify their big productions. Contest judges are looking for artists to submit something that’s true to them and brand new to the Tiny Desk.
1. Who are most likely among the judges?| A．News station hosts. | B．Expert musicians. |
| C．Contest participants. | D．Famous industrialists. |
| A．Sightseeing tours. | B．Festival souvenirs. |
| C．Unlimited support. | D．Professional guidance. |
| A．It has to be a masterpiece. | B．It must convey positive feelings. |
| C．It must be recorded behind a desk. | D．It has to be submitted before Feb. 21. |
5 . At the Daytona 500 in Daytona Beach, Florida, on Sunday, tensions ran high between the drivers, all anxious to start the NASCAR (全国汽车比赛协会) season with a good race. Tony Stewart in particular seemed to want to have an impressive finish and went to some lengths to achieve it, including getting extremely close to some other cars.
Stewart’s first had a run in with Matt Kenseth. Stewart made an aggressive move, which sent Kenseth unable to finish the Daytona 500. However, Stewart simply received an aggressive driving punishment from NASCAR officials.
Stewart, who had been promoting safer driving all week leading up to the race according to the Associated Press, also had a run in with Kyle Busch. Busch and Stewart had a run in which resulted in Stewart crossing over the yellow out-of-bounds line. Stewart was not punished because officials decided it was Busch’s fault.
Adding to the excitement of this opening race for the NASCAR season, Stewart also had a run in with Jeff Gordon’s car. On lap 47 the two were going around a tight spot, both trying to beat the other one out for the lead when Stewart tapped Gordon’s car. Both cars grazed the wall, although there was minimal damage and both were able to continue on. Gordon told reporters that he believes this incident was the fault of both himself and Stewart.
Maybe it is a coincidence that Stewart was involved in all of these run-ins or maybe he was really just determined to finish well in this race-no one knows for sure. But Stewart finished 5th in this race while the other people he had a run in with did not place in the top five.
1. Which word best describes the author’s attitude to Stewart as a race driver?| A．Devoted. | B．Humourous. | C．Lucky. | D．Diligent. |
| A．Stewart like others wanted to win the race. |
| B．Kenseth will win the race without Stewart. |
| C．Stewart should have been punished more seriously. |
| D．Steward got close to other cars to help them. |
| A．Because he thought it was Busch’s fault. |
| B．Because he had been driving safely all week. |
| C．Because Bush hit his car on purpose. |
| D．Because officials thought he didn’t break the law. |
| A．Stewart’s good luck. |
| B．Stewat’s run in with Jeff Gordon’s car. |
| C．The fault of the run in with Jeff Gordon’s car. |
| D．Stewart’s and Gordon’s cars were both damaged. |
6 . How to Be a Good Athlete
Being a good athlete is about much more than just being great at a sport. The following will do you a favor.
Work with a coach.
Create an individual program. In order to improve your athleticism, you should focus on improving your particular weaknesses.
Show up on time.
Cool down after exercising. Once you have finished a workout or practice session, take some time to give your body a physical cool-down period. Some low-intensity (低强度) movements and stretches are good to help restore your muscles.
| A．Coaches are helpful |
| B．When you are practicing |
| C．Suppose you’re very interested |
| D．Keep focused when you practice |
| E．Practicing with the team is important |
| F．Coaches can help you set reachable goals |
| G．It’s also a good way to relax mentally after an intense practice or game |
7 . Fitness Magazine recently ran an article titled “Five Reasons to Thank Your Workout Partner.” One reason was: “You’ll actually show up if you know someone is waiting for you at the gym,” while another read: “You’ll work harder if you train with someone else.” With a workout partner, you will increase your training effort as there is a subtle competition.
So, how do you find a workout partner?
First of all, decide what you want from that person. Do you want to be a better athlete in your favorite sport? Or do you just want to be physically fit, able to move with strength and flexibility? Think about the exercises you would like to do with your workout partner.
You might think about posting what you are looking for on social media, but it probably won’t result in a useful response. A workout partner usually needs to live close by. If you plan on working out in a gym, that person must belong to the same gym.
My partner posted her request on the notice board of a local park. Her notice included what kind of training she wanted to do, how many days a week and how many hours she wanted to spend on each session, and her age. It also listed her favorite sports and activities, and provided her phone number. Any notice for training partner should include such information.
You and your partner will probably have different skills. Just accept your differences and learn to work with each other. Over time, both of you will benefit — your partner will be able to lift more weights and you will become more physically fit. The core of your relationship is that you will always be there to help each other.
1. What does the author intend to tell us in the first paragraph?| A．The significance of training harder. | B．The importance of a workout partner. |
| C．Ways of thanking a workout partner. | D．Reasons to increase training efforts. |
| A．Living nearby. | B．Searching online. | C．Working in a gym. | D．Training regularly. |
| A．By process. | B．By example. | C．By comparison. | D．By classification. |
| A．How to post a notice on social media. | B．How to balance exercise and health. |
| C．How to become a better athlete. | D．How to find a proper workout partner. |
The Asian Games is the largest sporting event in Asia. Its predecessor (前身) was the Far Eastern Games. In 1948, Guru Dutt Sondhi, the leader of Indian sports, felt that the Far Eastern Games were not good enough to reflect the level of Asian sports and the unity spirit of Asian people, and suggested building the Asian Games so that all Asian countries could join.
The Hangzhou Asian Games will be the third Asian multi-sport event held in China, with 12,417 athletes from all 45 Asian countries and regions joining. Some rising sports that are popular among young people will make their first appearance at this year’s Games, such as break dance and e-sports. Weiqi, a mind sport, will return to the Hangzhou Games after a 13-year absence since it appeared at the Guangzhou Games in 2010. Certain regional sports in Asia, especially dragon boat racing, kurash, and sepak takraw (库拉什和藤球), though not recognized as Olympic sports, will also be medal-awarded events at the Asian Games.
In the lead-up to the sporting event, the design details of the victory ceremony elements, including bouquets (花束), trays, and podiums, were exposed. The bouquet, named “Fruits of Victory”, mixes traditional Chinese elements such as rice ears and lotus pods, meaning fruitful harvests, and wishes the athletes a journey of achievement and honor. The medal tray’s design is inspired by the ripples of the West Lake and describes the elegance (优雅) of lakes and hills. The podium (领奖台) sports a purple rainbow on its outside, reflecting energy and innovation (创新). Its surface, painted in white, shows the spirit of unity, harmony and mutual success among Asian nations and regions.
On August 25, two sports culture exhibitions kicked off in Hangzhou to celebrate the upcoming Asian Games. With just several days remaining, organizers are fully prepared to host the Games, and it is sure to impress all the athletes and attendees (参加者), and leave a heritage (遗产) of a smart and green event for people.
1. What is paragraph 2 mainly about?| A．The goal of the Asian Games. |
| B．The origin of the Asian Games. |
| C．The attendees of the Asian Games. |
| D．The demand for hosting the Asian Games. |
| A．The Games will be the most Asian athletes in history. |
| B．Weiqi will be a competitive event for the first time at the Games. |
| C．Break dance and e-sports will make their first appearance in the Games. |
| D．Regional sports will be performed in the opening ceremony of the Games. |
| A．Unity and harmony. | B．Noble and elegance. |
| C．Energy and innovation. | D．Harvest and achievements. |
| A．A news report. | B．A travel website. |
| C．An exhibition guide. | D．A science magazine. |
9 . For decades, different variations of home workouts are regarded as the solution to busy lifestyles. In 1982, there was actress Jane Fonda’s popular VHS aerobic (有氧的) routines, the fitness expert Billy Blanks’ Tae Bo workouts in the 1990s, backbreaking P90X training that took off and more casual Nintendo Wii Fit routines of the same age.
More recently, design and advancements in technology have offered expanded and personalized training options, while reducing the large footprint of most home gyms. In 2018, former ballet dancer Brynn Putnam released Mirror, a fitness system that allows users to follow along with virtual personal trainers in classes including yoga (瑜伽).
That same year, entrepreneur Aly Orady launched Tonal, an AI-powered wall-mounted screen that focuses more on strength training. It features an exercise bench and resistance system that uses electromagnetism (电磁) to imitate weight machines. This month, entrepreneur Trent Ward and designer Yves Behar are uncovering their design for a mirror fitness system, Forme. Forme is reflective like Putnam’s design, uses machine learning to improve workouts like Tonal, and offers attachments including ankle belts, rope handles and a heart rate monitor. When not in use, the two arms that form the resistance system fold behind it and the display screen disappears, turning Forme into a simple full-length mirror.
Interest in home exercise has particularly spiked in recent weeks around the world as physical gyms have temporarily closed. Home workout apps have seen a significant increase in downloads, and trendy brands like Peloton have rolled out free virtual workouts for everyone stuck indoors. One French athlete who was kept away from others chose to run an entire marathon on his 23-foot balcony.
But beyond the new restrictions affecting daily workout routines, Ward and Behar are tapping into the same concerns that have made every home workout appealing: the ability to save time and sweat in the privacy of one’s home. In an age of personal metrics (衡量标准)—where one can measure their heart rate and sleep cycles with smart watches and train for marathons with AI smart sneakers — Ward and Behar want to improve exercise through machine learning. Forme evaluates performance and adjusts weights accordingly.
1. How many kinds of workouts are mentioned in paragraph1?| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. | D．Five. |
| A．They both can be used as a mirror. |
| B．They can test more accurate heart rates. |
| C．They’re designed for strength training. |
| D．They provide more attachments than Tonal. |
| A．Troubled. | B．Heightened. | C．Exchanged. | D．Disappeared |
| A．What are the advantages of smart watches. |
| B．What benefits its users get from Forme. |
| C．What the personal metrics are about. |
| D．What are the features of AI smart sneakers. |
10 . Morocco’s national women’s soccer team is set to make its first appearance at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. After years of being largely hidden, Moroccan women’s soccer is getting new growth at home and around the world.
During one game in May, the audience was not very big. The game was between a Moroccan national women’s professional league team and the armed forces team called ASFAR. ASFAR, a strong women’s team in Morocco, won 7 to 0.
Dressed in a shirt reading “Morocco” in Arabic, Aliae Benazzouza went to the field to meet the players. “I was very happy,” the young girl said. Idriss Benazzouza is Aliae’s father. “I teach my daughters confidence, not fear,” he said. “There is no difference between men and women in physical exercise.”
The national women’s team is known as the Lionesses. Benazzouza said the Lionesses shows “how women’s soccer has progressed” in the North African country. He said the team has filed him with joy.
Morocco hosted the 2022 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. The event drew large numbers of fans and augmented interest in this year’s worldwide women’s championship.
Hiba Karami plays for a local team called Fath Union Sport. The development in women’s soccer has made a dream of hers a reality. Last year, Karami was one of the players playing for Morocco in the FIFA under-17 Women’s World Cup. “Some kids or men would say that women belonged (属于) in the kitchen and weren’t made for soccer,” she said. “I knew that I loved the game and that I would play. Boys in my neighborhood accepted me because I played better than they did and they thought of me as a role model.”
Nouhaila Benzina also plays for the national team and for ASFAR. She said her soccer career (职业) opened up new chances for her. The 25-year-old never saw soccer going against her clothing. Many look up to her. “This makes me want to work harder to show girls that they can achieve great things,” Benzina said.
1. Which matches Aliae’s father’s opinion?| A．Women athletes are more popular. | B．Women should work for happiness. |
| C．Women play better than men in soccer. | D．Sports are fit for both men and women. |
| A．Lost. | B．Increased. | C．Showed. | D．Compared. |
| A．She was good at soccer. | B．She was friendly to them. |
| C．She was a famous player. | D．She taught them to play soccer. |
| A．Relaxed. | B．Worried. | C．Helpless. | D．Confident. |
