Anybody who’s noticed so many sweaty Sunday-morning photos on the Internet must think that marathons have recently regained popularity.According to Running USA,an organization that tracks the sport’s growth,52 percent of runners today track themselves with some sort of GPS-enabled device,like a smart phone or a fitness tracker.This statistic has likely played a role in running’s growing appeal--the easily available tracking information has attracted people to the sport,and kept them going,for it’s possible for anyone to see in real time how it’s affecting their bodias.

Today,free smart phone apps can give runners information on things like the number and length of their steps,their heart rate,even the estimated volume of oxygen they consume per minute.All this information can act as a reward and a motivator for the runner.“It’s one thing to hear encouragement from a coach.”Bryan Boyle,editor of Runner’s World magazine,explains.“It’s quite another,however,to appreciate-at a glance-progress made during weeks and months of running.’’

But run—tracking technology doesn’t just help runners train harder. It also gives them the power to train more intelligently.Recreational runners today no longer have to guess how far or how fast they’ve run,or what their body is doing.If they can monitor their heart rate,they can make sure they’re hitting the most strategic pace on each run,which can significantly increase their chances of having a positive experience on the course during race day.

No matter how much technology can promote the experience of running,though,many runners argue that the biggest benefit of the sport remains the chance to get outdoors,away from the computer,for an hour.“There’s so much more to experience,” adds Boyle.“fresh air,travel,shoot,just overall feeling better.There’s no app for that.”

1.We can infer from the first paragraph that

A.people enjoy posting sports pictures on the Internet

B.Running USA plays a key role in the growth of running

C.tracking technology is drawing more people on the road

D.run—tracking devices help people run faster than before

2.Which of the following questions are the second and third paragraphs intended to answer?

A.What information can run—tracking devices provide for the runners?

B.How is the run—tracking technology popularizing running?

C.In what way is run—tracking technology developed?

D.Why do people have to rely on wearable devices in modern society?

3.As for the experienced runners,what attracts them most is

A.the exciting experience technology brings them

B.a chance to enjoy nature outdoors

C.becoming popular on social media

D.being cool with a new wearable device on the road

What do working mothers worry about the most? It's the kids of course. Whatever the setting, the question I get asked the most is "Will the kids be alright?" It has made me realize that we tend to look at the glass half-empty rather than half-filled when it comes to mixing work and family. We forget about all the benefits that we bring to our children when we work - and I'm not talking about the obvious financial benefits, although these of course shouldn't be taken for granted.

About a year ago I remember getting a call from the school just as I was pulling up to the house after having driven 20 minutes to the school and 20 minutes back. "Mrs. Brown Quinn, your son asked us to call. He forgot his sports clothes. Can you come back to the school and drop them off?" I was exasperated(恼火)! I had already spent 40 minutes in aggressive weekday morning traffic. I replied, "Sorry, I'm working at the moment. I'm afraid my son needs to learn to be organized."

Being a good parent requires delivering tough love sometimes. Kids need to learn to be independent. It can be a cruel and competitive world out there. Seeking interests, including business, outside of your kids, can give you that extra idea that you need not care for your kids with attention. This benefit of working isn't always immediately evident.

It wasn't until our daughter went away to college that she realized why we had raised her in the way that we did. "Mom, I can't believe how so many of my friends struggle to manage things on their own. They are constantly calling their parents for help." You'll love that moment! After all those years of complaining about why you don't do this or why you don't give them that, your kids realize that tough love has made them better people.

1.The purpose of the author is to ______.

A. describe her own experience in raising children

B. advise us to mix work and family

C. throw light on a special benefit of working

D. argue for working mothers

2.How can kids become better people according to the author?

A. By showing them your deep love.

B. By giving them all your attention.

C. By giving them tough love.

D. By giving them freedom to do things on their own.

3.The daughter's attitude towards the author is ______ when she grows up.

A. understanding B. caring

C. disappointed D. surprised

4.The author refused to drop off her son's sports clothes because ______.

A. she wanted her son to be organized

B. she was caught in heavy traffic

C. she thought her son was lying

D. she was busy working

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Teens are busy people. They balance high school and friends; some add jobs and extracurricular activities(课外活动)to the mix. _1. . Involve your teen with a variety of activities from your life and relate them to your teen’s experiences.

Large project

_2. .Create a timeline for the project, such as making holiday cards. Take family pictures in November. Continue by designing and then ordering cards. Purchase stamps and envelops, assemble cards and mail by your deadline.

Storage

Include your teen in organizing items for storage in a closet or basement. _3. . Sort your clothes and books. Include your teen in determining the criteria for donating, trashing or storing. Decide what contents are needed for protection: plastic or cardboard. Label containers and stack for long-term safety.

Bedroom

Teens should be responsible for organizing their own rooms. Provide your children with a laundry system, clothing storage and a trashcan. _4. . Possibilities include scanning the room for clothes in the morning and at night, tidying a desk every night and so on.

Calendar

_5. . Using a computerized or paper calendar is fine, because consistency in entering the information is key. Teen may dislike having parents check on their calendars, so make an agreement to discuss the plans once a week.

A. Busy lives call for organization.

B. Involve your teen in completing a large project.

C. This activity includes sorting and protecting items.

D. Teens must keep track of activities and school work.

E. Parents can complete hands-on activities with their teens.

F. Share your weekly calendar to model organization for your teen.

G. If they do not have established routines, make a plan for an organized room.

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There is an old Spanish saying which states, “Tomorrow is often the busiest day of the week.” How many times have we put off out dreams tomorrow? _1.___ We have to go for them now!

Tomorrow is not promised.

Nobody likes to talk about death, but everybody is going to die at one point. None of us know the day or the hour. ____2.____ Don’t go to your tomb(坟墓) with unrealized dreams. Make the decision to go after every dream, big or small right now.

____3.____

One of the biggest dream killers is fear. Many people could have achieved amazing things if only they weren’t afraid. Just think about all the things you’ve wanted to go, but allowed fear to convince you that you weren’t talented, or good enough. Fear is not real. It is a product of thoughts you create.

Take action to realize your dream.

You can dream about writing a great play, but it’s never going to happen unless you actually put pen to paper. You can dream about finding a cure for cancer, but it will never happen unless you actually become equipped with the necessary tools to find that cure. ____4.___

Possibilities are waiting on you.

There are so many amazing opportunities and people waiting on you. How do you get to them? Simple! Follow your dream. __5.____ You’ll never see those doors if you sit around waiting on a dream to happen, instead of actually working to make it happen.

A. Don’t let fear win.

B. In other words, dreams don’t work unless you do.

C. Our dreams should not, and cannot wait.

D. Therefore, today is all we have.

E. You’ll be much happier if you go for it.

F. You were born into the world with a unique gift, which nobody can copy.

G. Doors that you couldn’t imagine open up when you go after what you want.

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