2 . Mathea Allansmith isn’t your typical grandmother, and she’s the oldest woman in the world to have completed a marathon. She was 92 years 194 days old when she triumphantly crossed the finish line at the 2022 Honolulu Marathon, setting up the record for the oldest person to complete a marathon (female).

Mathea, now 93, of Koloa, Hawaii, USA, stays in shape all year round by running six days a week, no matter the weather. Come rain or shine, she covered 36 miles every week, even when she’s on holiday. The retired doctor didn’t take up running until she was 46 years old. After a colleague suggested running two miles per day.

“The Honolulu Marathon is my favourite marathon partly because they don’t close the gate at a certain time which allows even the slowest runners to finish the race,” she said. “It’s one of the best-executed races. Fantastic registration, set up and management makes it a joy to participate in.

Mathea, who doesn’t allow her age to slow her down, says she is happiest when she’s on the road. She enjoys running for miles and waving and saying hello to the people she passes. To stay in shape, Mathea, who runs year around, keeps a steady training routine. “I train year-round but increase the mileage starting 18 weeks before a marathon,” she said.

Mathea says it was her career as a physician that allowed her to understand how her body and mind respond to diet and exercise. “I see the direct connection between moving and health,” she said. It is important to reduce stress rather than ignoring it without a plan on how to do so in the long run. Of course, exercise of any kind is a natural stress reducer. ”

Mathea intends to keep running marathons for as long as she can and would like to attempt the record titles for the oldest person to complete a half marathon (female) and the oldest person to complete a 10K (female) within the next year.

1. What does the underlined word “triumphantly” in the first paragraph mean?

A．Absolutely.

B．Literally.

C．Successfully.

D．Precisely.

2. Why does Mathea Allansmith like the Honolulu Marathon?

A．It provides the most awards.	B．It’s easy to break a world record.
C．It has the strictest management.	D．It has no time limit policy.

3. What contributes to her understanding the connection between moving and health?

A．Her profession.

B．Her hobbies.

C．Her colleagues.

D．Her family.

4. The last paragraph mainly talks about Mathea’s ________.

A．achievements

B．ambition

C．independence

D．adventurous life

3 . How to Exercise in a New Way

Get healthy with these bite-sized amounts of exercises

   What should people do when they can’t find the time or desire to do a long workout?     1    

Exercise snacks (“零食式”运动) are a popular and inventive new way for people to stay fit. Instead of requiring hours at the gym, this concept instructs you to keep it short.     2     Then you can take a break that lasts 30 minutes to four hours before another snack. It has been reported that exercise snacks can be as effective as traditional exercise methods.

Of course, the more of these brief exercises you complete in a day, the better. Just three exercise snacks a day that gets your heart pumping can be good for your health.     3     Your concentration and creativity improve, and you can become more productive. Also, “snacking” throughout the day prevents you from sitting too long — something that’s always positive.

Another great thing about exercise snacks is that there are so many to choose from. The goal is to spend a short time doing something that raises your heart rate. Acceptable activities range from sit ups to jumping rope to running up and down some stairs.     4    

●Exercises that are strength-based such as lifting weights will fit the bill. Since most people don’t keep weights at their office, lift full water bottles.

●Squats involve moving your hips as if to sit down while keeping your back straight. This exercise helps strengthen your lower body and improve your movement. Five to ten of these should make a good snack.

●For those who don’t like traditional exercises, simply turn up the music. Pick a lively song and start dancing; it’ll make for a fun workout.

    5    

A．It doesn’t take up too much your time.

B．They should break that “large meal” into exercise “snacks.”

C．And there are plenty of other benefits beyond improved fitness.

D．These exercises can last anywhere from 20 seconds to two minutes.

E．Consider giving exercise snacks a try, and see if they are to your taste.

F．They should constantly remind themselves of the importance of exercises.

G．But for those who don’t know where to start, here are some helpful exercise options.

4 . The easiest way to lose those extra weight and stay fit and healthy is running since it is both accessible and cheap. Running comes with a lot of health benefits, such as improving bone strength and strengthening our muscles.     1    

Running helps reduce stress

Stress relief can be considered as a valuable benefit of running. When you go running, you can feel a short-term relief from physical stress.     2     . A study compared how mental health measures among non-runners and runners. And it found runners had lower stress levels and amazing psychological balance.

    3    

Running has a positive influence on our mood. When we run, we feel an adrenaline(肾上腺素)rush that boosts our mental well-being and creates a feeling of contentment, which is something that we long for in the busy life that we live.

Running improves cognition(认知)

    4     . This prevents cognitive decline. It also contributes to cognitive flexibility because running regularly improves our ability to switch between different mental tasks efficiently and quickly.

Running helps enhance sleep

We all know that lack of good sleep directly results in anxiety, depression and several other mental health conditions.       5     . Studies show that people who run at least for 30 minutes in the mornings are able to sleep better.

We hope that from now on you do not look at running as just a physical activity to lose weight or maintain your body. Look at running as a way to gain control over your mental health.

A．Running helps improve mood

B．Running helps build confidence

C．Running promotes cellular growth in our brain

D．To improve your quality of sleep, run regularly

E．They feel their sleep quality improved as they get older

F．More importantly, running may have long-term benefits on us

G．In addition, running also comes with certain mental health benefits

5 . Due to the heavy academic pressure and safety issues, our children’s movements are limited by a lack of extra-curricular activities, which usually ensure that they meet the daily recommended level of physical activity.

For those children attending a high school, my own included, the morning and afternoon walk could be the only chance that they get to spend time outside. This is a golden opportunity to add sports into their day, without taking part in group sports or going to a closed indoor gym(健身房).

For walking to school, there are also many other benefits, such as improving school performance, reducing anxiety, improving spirits, better sleep, a sense of independence,opportunities to meet friends or think alone, paying attention to small details and being amazed by the surrounding environment.

However, parents still have fears. Parents fear cars, injury, extreme weather and even wild animals. These fears, many of which are almost impossible to happen, prevent parents from allowing their children to do something that’s actually beneficial to them. “Removing an opportunity to be active leads to an increase in childhood obesity(肥胖), which can have a greater negative impact on a child’s life than the risk of being injured due to being active,” saidDr. Mariana Brussoni, a professor who researches children’s outdoor and risky play.

When it comes to changing the culture around parents driving children to school, much work still needs to be done. Therefore, parents should try to let go slowly and give up the idea that driving their children to school is convenient. Brussoni said, “We hope to shift parents from focusing on protecting their children to trusting their independent abilities.Schools can also play a role in encouraging children to walk to school.”

1. Who is the text most probably written to?

A．Professors.

B．Parents.

C．Teachers.

D．Grandparents.

2. What is parents’ worry about children’s walking to school?

A．Children’s school performance.	B．Children’s physical health.
C．Children’s men tal health.	D．Children’s safety.

3. What’s the author’s attitude towards driving children to school?

A．Unclear.

B．Unconcerned.

C．Doubtful.

D．Negative.

4. What’s the main idea of this text?

A．Walking to school is beneficial to students.

B．Children prefer to go to school on foot.

C．Parents worry about their children ‘s obesity.

D．It’s too dangerous for children to walk to school.

7 . Want to feel better, have more energy and even add years to your life? Just exercise. The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore.     1     Check out below how exercise can lead to a happier and healthier you.

Exercise controls weight.

Exercise can help prevent excess (过多的) weight gain or help maintain weight loss. When you engage in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity is, the more calories you burn.

Regular trips to the gym are great, but don’t worry if you can’t find enough time to exercise every day.     2     To gain the benefits of exercise, just get more active throughout your day—take the stairs instead of the lift or do your household chores. Consistency is key.

Exercise improves mood.

    3     Or need to relax after a stressful day? A gym session or brisk walk can help. Physical activity stimulates various brain chemicals that may leave you feeling happier, more relaxed and less anxious. You may also feel better about your appearance and yourself when you exercise regularly, which can boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem.

Exercise boosts energy.

Tired out by grocery shopping or household chores?     4     Exercise delivers oxygen and nutrients to your tissues and helps your cardiovascular (心血管的) system work more efficiently. And when your heart and lung health improves, you have more energy to tackle daily chores.

Exercise can be fun and social.

Exercise and physical activity can be enjoyable. They give you a chance to relax, enjoy the outdoors or simply engage in activities that make you happy. Physical activity can also help you connect with family or friends in a fun social setting.     5     Find a physical activity you enjoy, and just do it.

A．Need an emotional lift?

B．Need to be more convinced to get moving?

C．Any amount of activity is better than none at all.

D．Try something new, or do something with confidence.

E．So take a dance class, hit the hiking trails or join a soccer team.

F．Regular physical activity can improve your muscle strength and boost your tolerance.

G．Exercise and physical activity are great ways to make you feel healthier and have a better shape.

8 . Traditional Chinese culture featured noticeably in the opening and closing ceremonies of the Hangzhou Asian Games. While they stressed the solar terms, the he-he culture, meaning harmony and cooperation, was a common thread that ran through them.

Each of the 24 solar terms coincides with (与……一致) events in the natural world. The terms were put forward more than 2,000 years ago to guide not only agricultural activities, but also customs concerning food, dressing and social life. Nowadays, although Chinese people refer to more modern systems in daily life, except for in the agricultural area, they maintain a strong emotional and cultural bond with the solar terms as reminders of the wit (才智), creativity and diligence (勤奋) of their ancestors.

“I previously had no connection to Hangzhou, but now, after the closing ceremony, I think I share a special bond with this city, said Wan Li, a 22-year-old college student at Fujian Normal University. “Watching the ceremony was also a wonderful chance for me to learn about the he-he culture, in which I was uninterested before.”

Kong Xianglong, a research assistant who worked in Hangzhou on an Asian Games research program and watched the ceremonies, expressed his admiration for the show as well as the Asian Games volunteers, who he said were walking examples of the he-he culture.

“The dance performances were absolutely attractive, a perfect display of the he-he idea and a highlight of the Asian Games,” Kong told Beijing Review. “The considerate service the volunteers provided every day actually invited people to learn about the he-he culture, which moved me a lot.”

Pakistani cricketer Muhammad said he believes that the opening and closing ceremonies played an important role in bringing people from different countries together. “I saw a lot of different countries’ athletes coming together, sharing their cultures and performing. I see a huge success,” he told Xinhua News Agency.

1. What can be learned about the solar terms?

A．They thoroughly guide modern life.	B．They belong to the past.
C．They lend to be ignored.	D．They apply to farming.

2. How did the closing ceremony affect Wan Li?

A．It stimulated her passion for Chinese culture.

B．It strengthened her bond with the world.

C．It deepened her understanding of the Games.

D．It restored her confidence in the athletes.

3. What role does Muhammad think the ceremonies play?

A．They bridge cultural differences.	B．They show Chinese philosophy.
C．They ensure athletes’ better performances.	D．They demonstrate the power of China.

4. Where may the text be taken from?

A．A guidebook.

B．A news report.

C．Science fiction.

D．A textbook.

10 . Doing fitness routines is challenging and sometimes boring. Here is some advice on how to make exercise as fun as video games.

Have an objective

When you’re playing a game, there’s always an objective. It helps us focus on the task at hand and motivates us to keep playing until we win the game.     1     Create a clear fitness goal. Aim to walk 10,000 steps a day, for example, or try to run a total of 6 miles every week.

Compete against others

Adding an element of competition to your exercise routine can actually help you work out harder. If you’re seeking a similar motivation, look into fitness programs that encourage friendly competition. The app Zwift, for example, is a good choice.     2    

Team up with others

Getting a group to work together toward a common goal was also an effective way to increase physical activity. You can try to recreate this dynamic by working toward an exercise goal with other people, particularly those who you have a close relationship to.     3     So grab a close friend or family member and bring them to the gym with you.

Add a sense of playfulness

Some people love video games because there’s a lot of unpredictability and surprise.     4     You can recreate this sense of playfulness in your own exercises. For example, you can take photos of at least 5 different flowers on your neighborhood walk. Ride your bike from one friend’s house to another.

    5     If exercise makes you feel slightly happy or adds some kind of meaning to your life, that’s great.

A．Exercise should be no different.

B．Just remember every moment of playful engagement is a victory.

C．But how to apply these techniques to our everyday fitness routines?

D．Similarly, you can do many things to bring back a sense of childlike wonder.

E．It allows you race against others around a virtual world using your own bike.

F．This approach encouraged each member of the group to try to meet the day’s step goal.

G．They can help you hold yourself accountable in a way you might not do with a stranger.