Recently, a poll(民意调查) finds that although almost three in four adults played sports when they     1     (be) younger, only one in four continue to play sports as adults.

But that decline in interest doesn’t stop parents from encouraging their children to make sports a part of their lives.     2     fact, almost nine in ten parents     3     middle school or high school aged children play sports say that their children benefit     4     great deal or quite a bit from playing sports.

And, while most adults no longer play sports     5     (they), the majority of parents say it is very likely or somewhat likely that their children will continue playing sports when they become adults. One in four parents also hope their children will become     6     (profession)athletes.

“Sports are an important part of a healthy community. They help children and adults maintain a fit     7     (weigh), teach acceptance and teamwork, and expand opportunity for children     8     (live) in poverty(贫困),” said a researcher. “This poll     9     (indicate) that we must continue to encourage children to play sports, but just as important, we must find ways     10     (keep)adults engaged in sports in order to maintain health and well-being.”

To make an    1     (energy) career, it’s important to have good health from childhood. Physical fitness and a healthy body is important for our    2     (grow). It is good that exercise and fitness programmes     3     (include) in curriculum or cocurricular activities in educational institutions so that every child or student can grow well.

One of the careers which can be linked with this is a career in sports and physical fitness.     4     career is a unique occupation. One can remain fit and also earn money through this profession. Apart from    5     (be) a profession, sports have the potential    6     (build) character-concepts, such as self-discipline, teamwork and sacrifice.

There are plenty of opportunities for health and fitness jobs    7     professional sportsmen and women can show their talents. There are also various scholarships    8     (provide) for those interested    9     sports in order to sharpen their talents. After retirement sportsmen and women can also find satisfying jobs, like referees.

Sports and fitness is a field which expands    10     (rapid). You can find your place if you work hard.