1 . A running chub is a community group made up of members that are interested in running. Some running clubs may focus on different types of running activities and require a certain level of expertise(专长) on the runner’s part.    1           

Often,running clubs include training with a coach in the cost. However, if they don’t offer to coach members and provide only a group environment, the clubs may provide a discount on personal trainers. Keep in mind that the size of the club affects the discounts and services the club can provide.     2    Their members can choose as needed.

Many running clubs are open to members of all ability levels.     3     Some chubs that allow a wide range of ability levels focus on fit mess for children to seniors and both walking and running are accepted.

Most running clubs have a website that often includes a mission statement(任务说明) for the club.     4     For example, one club’s mission is to not only celebrate and encourage the sport of running, but it is also to do fund-raising; if you want running only, the website can tell you a lot.

    5    Joining a running club that matches your interests can help you get fit and expand your social circle as well. Running clubs allow people living in the same community to share their interests and attend races and events together. Plus, many running club organizers have a lot of experience in running that can benefit other community and club members.

A．A running club comes with a ton of benefits.

B．However, smaller running clubs often charge monthly.

C．There are some tips to help you find the right running club.

D．However, some focus on just advanced runners or just beginners.

E．Others may include social functions and not just sports activities.

F．This can help you decide whether or not a certain group is right for you.

G．For example, larger clubs may include training in the cost of their membership.

2 . Home workout

As long as there is a space at home, we can move. It will take time if we go outside as time is precious, especially in this fast- paced age. So many people like to exercise at home. However, without trainers, getting good exercises at home can be difficult.     1    

Avoid over-training. Nowadays, a lot of people prefer to do some popular programs they see on social media. But a lot of these programs are high-in-tensity (高强度的) and designed to make you feel tired.     2     Training beyond your power can result in injury. “You might develop tendonitis (肌腱炎) in the knees; you might hurt an ankle,” said Clifton Hempstead, a well-known personal trainer.

    3     A lot of home workout programs that don’t need equipment include exercises such as planks (平板支撑),squats (深蹲) and sit-ups.     4     “When doing squats, your knees and toes should be pointed in the same direction so that, long term, your knees don’t suffer. If you can’t do an exercise, find a way to reduces its tensity so that you have less pain,” he said.

Do yoga in a suitable way.     5     But if you’d rather learn yoga through videos, it’s important to take it slow. Many video classes don’t offer any changes of poses that might make them work for different bodies. “If something doesn’t feel right, and you’re taking a video class, please quit,” he said. “Don’t go as far.”

A．It can be tricky to do yoga at home.

B．Yoga is the most effective in the presence of an instructor.

C．Here is something you should pay attention to when you choose to exercise at home.

D．Instead, you should try a program that is working toward a goal, with exercises you’re able to do.

E．Watch your form.

F．But having bad form can lead to injury.

G．People find it easy to do these programs.

4 . Playing tennis might add years to your life, according to a new study of Danish men and women. The study found that adults who frequently participate in tennis or other racket (球拍) and team sports lived longer than people who were spending a lot of time sitting down. They also lived longer than people who took part in activities such as jogging, swimming and cycling. The results raise interesting questions about the role that social interactions might play in enlarging the benefits of exercise.

No one doubts that being physically active improves our health and can extend our longevity (寿命). But whether some activities might be better than others remains in argument. One widely publicized 2017 study of more than 80,000 British men and women found that those who played racket sports like tennis tended to outlive those who jogged.

The researchers widened their inquiry and looked at a variety of sports and their associations with life. To start, they turned to the same data resource they had used for the jogging study, the Copenhagen City Heart Study. The study’s participants had all completed health exams and lengthy questionnaires about their lifestyles and whether and how often they took part in some sports common in Denmark, including cycling, swimming, running, tennis, soccer and, perhaps unexpectedly, badminton.

According to the data, cycling added an average of 3.7 years to riders’ lives, compared to sedentary Danes. Running added 3.2 years while tennis 9.7 years. These associations remained unchanged even when the researchers controlled for people’s education, socioeconomic status and age.

“Why and how some sports might add more years to people’s lives than others is impossible to know from this kind of observational study,” says Dr. James O’Keefe, a study co-author. “But we know that social support probably has unique effects on helping people get more benefits from the exercise.”

For now, people who run or ride alone might consider finding a group or partner to work out together. “Raising your heart rate is important for health,” he says. “But it looks like connecting with other people is, too.”

1. According to the passage, which activity may help people live longer?

A．Cycling.	B．Running marathon.
C．Swimming.	D．Playing badminton.

2. What does the underlined word “sedentary” in the fourth paragraph mean?

A．Inactive.

B．Outgoing.

C．Depressed.

D．Easygoing.

3. Which may Dr. James O’Keefe recommend according to the last paragraph?

A．Exercising alone.	B．Working out together.
C．Working out regularly.	D．Raising one’s heart rate.

4. It is suggested in the passage that ________.

A．women who prefer team sports live longer than men

B．people’s education and socioeconomic status affect their longevity

C．the reason why some sports might add more years to people’s lives is still unknown

D．80,000 Danish men and women participated in the survey

5 . Studying and passing your classes can be difficult, and finding effective ways to study may seem impossible.     1    . If you are looking for a way to improve your studying, try integrating daily exercise into your routine.

● Choose an aerobic (有氧的) exercise

There are so many activities you can do for aerobic exercise. You can swim, jump rope, or hike with a heavy backpack.     2    . Any aerobic activity should be performed for at least 10 minutes at a time to gain brain-boosting benefits.

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Sit down and list all your commitments, activities, and study hours. Don’t forget to list sleep times, meal times, and time for other things, like showering. Look for places where you can put in exercise. Or you can break up exercises into smaller parts, such as three 10-minute fast walks.

● Focus on consistency (连续性)

Consistent daily workouts are more effective than trying to get 150 minutes of physical activity in on the weekend.     4    . In that case, the consistent physical activity will boost your brain during the week, closer to when you study.

● Make the exercise an enjoyable experience

    5    . Therefore, try not to make the physical activity a stressful part of your day. You can listen to music while exercising. Numerous studies have linked music to stress relief and the reduction of anxiety. Or you can exercise with a friend. This can do two things at once: get physical activity into your day while letting you socialize.

A．Make time for your workout.

B．Determine an appropriate amount of exercise.

C．Exercise is great for relieving stress and reducing anxiety.

D．Doing some exercise may be more effective than hitting the coffee shop.

E．Stick to spending half an hour exercising after school throughout the week.

F．You can also play doubles tennis, go ballroom dancing, or do general gardening.

G．Luckily, studies have found strong links between exercise and study effectiveness.

6 . Reasons to Put on Your Rollerblades and Hit the Pavement

Rollerblading (旱冰) is great for building balance, strengthening muscles, and improving mental health. It’s also a cheap, fun, and eco-friendly way to get your daily exercise in.

It’s fun

We all know that we should be exercising several times a week, and picking a workout that is fun naturally motivates us to get up and get going.     1     The top benefit of rollerblading is exercise in ways that are fun, soul-filling, and mental health-improving.

It’s cheap

Rollerblading is also a great exercise choice because it costs very little.     2     There’s no need to pay for a monthly gym membership or expensive equipment. Rollerblades cost a lot less than a bike.

It’s eco-friendly

    3     Rollerblading is much faster than walking and can take you up to ten miles. Maybe that’s why some Viennese citizens are choosing to use this sustainable (可持续的) activity for their means of transportation.

Skater and climate activist, Gerhard Ladstatte explains why he started Friday Night Skating, a free street skating event. “We want to move without burning fuel.” People looking for an oil-free way to get to a workplace that isn’t too far from home, while combining daily exercise into their routine, can consider rollerblading to work.     4    

It’s good for your mental health

Like any form of aerobic exercise, skating is associated with a number of wellness benefits.     5     By fixing your attention on both the body and its surroundings, you can shift focus away from negative thought patterns and anxieties. Rollerblading can also increase self-confidence and positive feelings.

A．In other words, rollerblading has it all.

B．Exercise and fresh air can reduce stress.

C．Not only is skating cheap, it also benefits nature.

D．All you need is a pair of skates and some safety equipment.

E．Rollerblading is an exciting way to get in fresh air and exercise.

F．It’s easy to see why so many people are discovering the joys of skating.

G．Unlike a bicycle, you don’t need to find a place to store your skates while you work.

9 . I loved weightlifting and began to do that at 12 years old. During my first year of high school, increased the amount of training and put everything into my dream to one day compete internationally. Unfortunately, I was not a naturally-gifted athlete. But I worked hard. When I was a senior in high school, I won two national championships and earned nine national-level medals in all.

However, I didn’t make it to compete for Team USA. I didn’t meet the requirements for the IWF Youth World Championships team and was later an alternate(侯补者) for the Pan-American Youth Championships team. I struggled to accept the fact that I never achieved the one goal I worked for during the last four years, representing Team USA internationally. I lost the passion I once had for the sport and took a step back from competing for a few months.

After I started college, I once again came into contact with barbells(杠铃) during my PE classes. Once I touched the barbell again, I just wanted to continue lifting weights and see how far I could physically and mentally push myself. I decided to start training full-time again to see what I could achieve during the rest of my college years.

I stopped caring about the weight on the bar, the girls I was competing against and the idea of being on Team USA. I started focusing on being confident and consistent with every lift-training with consistent weights on the barbells, skills and positive self-encouragement. Training and weightlifting became a competition with myself, rather than with other weightlifters.

During University Nationals 2022, I represented Temple as a university student. It was the first competition in my eight years of competing where I felt confident during every lift. The work I put into the six minutes spent on the lift paid off in every way. Later, I became a 2022 All-American athlete and finally made my first international team.

1. What did the author achieve in weightlifting as a senior in high school?

A．Discovering her great weightlifting talent.	B．Competing in an international game.
C．Becoming a member of Team USA.	D．Winning several national medals.

2. How did the author probably feel as an alternate for the Pan-American Youth Championships team?

A．Honoured.	B．Discouraged.
C．Nervous.	D．Satisfied.

3. What did the author focus on in weightlifting during college?

A．Making progress for herself.	B．Increasing weight on the barbells.
C．Competing with other weightlifters.	D．Entering international weightlifting games.

4. What lesson can we possibly learn from the author’s experience?

A．Set goals and stay focused.	B．Push our limits until success.
C．Be ourselves and enjoy the process.	D．Get along with those better than us.