
● A. You will continue to watch a video clip. Below are suggested steps for the learning activity:
▪ Watch the video clip without reading the text for the first time;
▪ Read the text while listening;
▪ Watch it again without reading the text;
▪ Have a short talk on how you stay healthy during springtime.
How to Stay Healthy During Springtime
Hit the ground running in springtime and stay healthy with a variety of physical challenges in the great outdoors. Eat right and get fit, but find time to enjoy nature too.
Steps
You will need
• Good athletic shoes
• Bicycle
• Swimsuit
• Hiking boots (远足靴)
• Kayak (皮艇)
Warning
If you’ve been inactive for a length of time, or if you’ve had any recent surgery (外科手术) or physical problems, consult your doctor before you start a stretching or exercise program.
Step 1
Walk around
Walk regularly, more than 20 minutes at a stretch (一口气) to get the pulse (脉搏) up for good cardiovascular endurance (心血管耐力) . Walking is a great way to boost (增加) energy.
Step 2
Jog or run
Jog or run to improve stamina (耐力) and condition (使健康) the heart and lungs. Burn calories and feel better.
Tip
The weather is inviting (诱人的) , but if you do too much too soon, you might risk tendinitis (腱炎) , stress joints, or develop muscle problems.
Step 3
Bicycle for low impact (低冲击力)
Bicycle around the neighborhood, in parks, on bike paths, or along trails (小径) . If possible, commute to work (上下班) on the bike.
Step 4
Eat organic produce (有机食品)
Eat fresh, organic, leafy greens, veggies (蔬菜) , and fruits in season. Give your body good, nontoxic fuel (无毒的能量) .
Step 5
Hike and enjoy nature
Hike to improve stamina. Absorb the peaceful woods and running water as you recharge your mind and body with fresh air, healthy exercise, and unhurried reflection (悠闲思考) .
Tip
Backpack (背着背包徒步旅行) if you’re adventurous (爱冒险的) , but be aware of and prepared for animals, snakes, and bees. Bring a partner just in case (以防万一) .
Step 6
Kayak rough water
Kayak rough water to build the muscles of the abs (腹部) , back, and stomach (腹部) . Condition (作出规定) and prepare, because you need to be flexible enough to react on the fly (在行驶) and mentally sharp enough to read the river current (河流) .
Step 7
Swim to tone (增强机体) and strengthen
Swim to tone the arms and legs and take pressure off the joints once the weather is warm enough. This is a great, low-impact cardiovascular workout. Exercise feels more fun when it’s done in the great outdoors.
Fact
The Inuit (因纽特人) and Aleut (爱斯基摩人) peoples invented the kayak, using driftwood or whalebone (鲸须) for framing (构架) , and stretching skins to cover.
● B. Have a short talk on how you stay healthy during springtime, as indicated by the example.
How Do I Stay Healthy During Springtime?
As you know, we tend to feel sleepy and inactive during springtime. How do I stay healthy during springtime? My answer is to jog or run. Jogging or running can improve my stamina, and condition my heart and lungs. On top of that, it can help me burn calories fast, making me feel better. That’s the way I stay healthy during springtime.