You already know the fact that regular exercise is important for controlling weight and
The study, which
More recently, another study by Johnson reveals that even short ”microbursts“ of physical activity throughout the day can have positive effects. Jennifer tells that sitting for long periods of time,
2 . Jumping rope is popular but we tend to ignore (忽视) its benefits.
Since most of your major muscles are working when you jump rope, the exercise creates a lot of heat in the body. Your body needs to burn more fuel to produce this energy, so it burns lots of calories. It burns more calories than any other exercises, such as jogging, cycling and swimming.
Improves coordination (协调)
Jumping rope requires good coordination, especially as you advance to more skilled moves.
Reduces injury risk
With your improved coordination from jumping rope, you’ll be less likely to get hurt either during exercise or in daily activities.
Improves heart health
Since jumping rope gets your heart pumping, it’s great for your cardiovascular system and heart health. Jumping rope can increase your VO2 Max (最大摄氧量), the measure of the maximum amount of oxygen a person can breathe during exercise. The higher someone’s VO2 max, the more cardiovascular endurance (耐受力) they have.
Jumping rope gives us a full-body workout with just one piece of equipment and one move.
A.Burns calories |
B.Improves muscles |
C.It benefits us not only physically but also mentally. |
D.You can quickly swing the rope twice within each jump. |
E.It may even be more effective than other forms of exercise. |
F.Jumping rope forces you to move your upper and lower body together. |
G.So jumping rope helps you stay calm, clear and focused in everything you do. |
3 . Green exercise is a term used to describe any type of physical exercise that takes place in a natural environment rather than in a health club or gym.
A slightly different approach to green exercise puts more stress on the fresh air, sunshine and involvement with the natural world, rather than the equipment or clothing used during the exercise.
Many consider green exercise helps to reconnect human beings with the natural world. The interaction with nature helps to lower people's blood pressure, refresh their mind, and actually improve their self-esteem.
Not everyone believes that the green exercise is more beneficial than working out in a health club or gym.
A.A green gym uses as little equipment as possible |
B.Spirits are also believed to be positively affected |
C.Opinions on what truly green exercise means differ |
D.Green exercise includes a range of activities exposed to nature |
E.So riding a bicycle in the forest can be called a type of green exercise |
F.It usually doesn't use fitness equipment that is normally found in a gym |
G.Some point out that many health clubs are built to make full use of natural light |
4 . Risks of Overtraining
Getting in shape and training for an event such as a marathon requires long-lasting and intense physical commitment.
Specifically, overtraining is a set of signs that occur when your body is not able to recover sufficiently before going into your next workout.
The structures and systems of your body adapt to the demands you have placed on them before the rest time. If your workout slightly goes beyond your current ability, it will adapt toward what you did in a positive way.
Two main factors are necessary in recovery: nutrition. and rest. Good nutrition, including water and protein intake, is extremely important, especially within 40 minutes of your workout.
One of the best ways to prevent overtraining is to focus on your morning resting heart rate.
A.It's easy to measure and track. |
B.Allowing time for recovery is also essential. |
C.The problem is that they show up very gradually. |
D.Below are the signs and symptoms of overtraining. |
E.Listening to your body will assure you of your fitness goals. |
F.If far beyond, it'll take longer to adapt and may cause injury. |
G.We generally assume regular intense exercise good for our health. |
5 . One of the presents in my house this Christmas was a late 18th-century volume of the Encyclopaedia Britannica (大英百科全书). It is a window into the discoveries and thinking of the time. The encyclopaedia is an entertaining reminder of how
Our confusion is the theme of Spoon-Fed, a book by one of Britain’s leading nutrition researchers, Tim Spector of King’s College London. Its subtitle is: “Why almost everything we’ve been told about food is wrong.” It is a call for us to
One by one Spector offers answers to recent food
Spector also offers more than a set of currently
Some combination of food choices, genes, environment and the chemical reactions generated by our microbiome — the unique microbe (微生物的) combinations in our body ― yes different
A.well-known | B.aim-oriented | C.ill-founded | D.long-lived |
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A.decisions | B.courses | C.focuses | D.suggestions |
A.facts | B.chances | C.reasons | D.features |
A.investigate | B.demand | C.concentrate | D.spend |
A.supplies | B.shortages | C.standards | D.myths |
A.culture | B.history | C.economy | D.health |
A.equally | B.practically | C.socially | D.impossibly |
A.effectiveness | B.consciousness | C.competitiveness | D.emptiness |
A.serves | B.shares | C.recognizes | D.dismisses |
A.pointless | B.topical | C.defensible | D.additional |
A.emotional | B.significant | C.questionable | D.forgivable |
A.individual | B.unpredictable | C.important | D.available |
A.changes | B.outcomes | C.profits | D.addicts |
A.start | B.analyze | C.stop | D.reflect |
6 . You may have heard the name of Parkrun. But you may not know it was founded by Paul Sinton-Herwitt, who was
Parkruns are free, weekly, community
In 2004 Paul had lost his job and he was
The second Parkrun wasn't
At the 2019 ceremony Paul gave a speech celebrating Parkrun, from the tiny
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A.claim | B.announcement | C.development | D.innovation |
A.projects | B.events | C.routes | D.matches |
A.come out | B.make sense | C.take place | D.break out |
A.experience | B.impression | C.position | D.feeling |
A.right | B.willing | C.active | D.welcome |
A.injured | B.rescued | C.moved | D.killed |
A.question | B.reason | C.idea | D.cause |
A.attracted | B.invited | C.found | D.included |
A.adopted | B.adjusted | C.achieved | D.abused |
A.set off | B.set up | C.given off | D.given up |
A.participation | B.examination | C.exploration | D.population |
A.local | B.national | C.global | D.personal |
A.dream | B.desire | C.tree | D.seed |
A.positive | B.attentive | C.productive | D.addictive |
7 . Are you sitting more than ever?
We know sitting too much is bad, and most of us naturally feel a little guilty after a long-time TV watching.
“Sit less, move more” is what the Heart Association encourages us to do.
A.Now it’s time to get up and move around. |
B.Take a moment to think about your sitting activities. |
C.Health experts also suggest exercising on a daily basis. |
D.But this guideline is just too simple and abstract to make a difference. |
E.As of today, average adult will spend 56-86% of their daily time sitting. |
F.But what exactly goes wrong when we park ourselves for nearly eight hours per day? |
G.To make up for the weakness, a research team is working on a more specific guideline. |
8 . Science shows that stretching (拉伸) is essential after exercise. Stretching lengthens and mobilizes the connective tissue around your muscle. What’s more, stretching helps your blood flow and even relieves your stress.
You could feel sick. You won’t be surprised to know that when you exercise, you raise your heart rate for a period of time. While it’s great to get that blood flowing, it’s just as important to get your heart rate back to a normal level after the workout is over.
Your muscles will likely become stiffer and more sore. When you exercise your muscles, it produces lactic acid (乳酸), which is actually what causes your muscles to become sore. When you rest between periods of exercise, your body naturally breaks down that lactic acid. One thing that helps your body get rid of that lactic acid?
A.You’ll be at risk of injury. |
B.You guessed it: Stretching. |
C.You’ll improve your flexibility by stretching. |
D.It does wonders for both your physical and mental health. |
E.This is also known in the fitness world as “cooling down”. |
F.There are harmful side effects if you don’t stretch after exercise. |
G.That’s why people often feel pain in their “weight bearing” joints like knees and hips. |
9 . As an ordinary senior school student, I’ve discovered a wonderful way to
When I get on my bike and ride around familiar streets, it feels like I’m on a small quest. It’s not just about reaching a(n)
Another thing that cycling has taught me is to be ready for surprises. The road isn’t always
The most important part, though, is how cycling makes me feel happy and
In the end, my daily bike rides have become more than just a way to get around. They’ve become a(n)
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A.useful | B.efficient | C.carefree | D.curious |
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A.alarmed | B.embarrassed | C.fresh | D.emotional |
A.audience | B.passenger | C.victim | D.guide |
A.determination | B.attempt | C.comfort | D.calmness |
10 . With the weather warming up, the desire to kick-start a new fitness routine is very real. But after months locked indoors, you may feel as though you’re lack of exercise.
Pick something you both love.
If you love Pilates but your partner is all about lifting heavy weights, working out together might seem like an impossible task. While you can both stick to the activities you love,
Getting sweaty doesn’t sound like the most comfortable of activities, but there are things you can do to make it as enjoyable as possible. Invest in active wear that not only feels good but looks good, too. Dressing in workout gear that you’re excited about can make the difference on days when motivation might be lacking.
Be supportive and have fun.
Trying a new outdoor fitness route, or running in front of strangers along the sand, can be a little discouraging, even if you’re doing it with the one you love,
And remember to have fun: trying something new is tricky but finding something you both love and enjoy means you’ll have a healthy habit for life.
A.Feel good with fitness preparation. |
B.Dress comfortably and properly to feel good. |
C.So how do you get motivated to get active once more? |
D.choose some exercises that require very little equipment. |
E.so remind your partner that you're in it together and stay supportive. |
F.make time to start something new together or work towards a common goal. |
G.Sunscreen, too, is a must-have when choosing to exercise together on the beach. |