Morning Jumpstarts: Reading Page 2
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Ready, Set, READ!
Read the passage. Then answer the questions.
1. Explain the meaning of the
saying no pain, no gain in your
You’ve probably heard the saying no pain,
own words.
no gain. Well, when it comes to being fit, that is
not necessarily so. The simple, gentle, low-impact
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exercise of walking can ease you into a high
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level of fitness and health. Anyone can do it,
even without belonging to a gym. There is no
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practice required.
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Walking several times a week has many
benefits. To begin with, it is good for your heart. In
2. What are the advantages of
fact, regular brisk walks can reduce the risk of heart
walking over jogging?
attack by the same amount as regular jogging. It’s
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also good for your brain. Walking can make you
smarter. And any fitness instructor will tell you
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how good walking is for managing your weight.
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Walking is great for your health. It raises
“good” cholesterol and lowers “bad” cholesterol. It
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lowers blood pressure. It reduces the risk of diabetes.
3.
And it improves your mood, too. How about that!
How could you recognize a
Walking is a form of exercise and you should
comfortable stride?
treat it as such—prepare. Wear comfortable shoes
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and loose-fitting clothes. (Wear bright colors at
night.) Stretch your calf and hamstring muscles
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before you begin. Then start slowly, to warm up
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and get into a comfortable stride. Then keep it up
for as long as you wish.
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BrainTeaser
3
Complete the category chart. The letters above each column
tell the first letter for each word. One word is done for you.
C
O
R
D
Sports
orienteering
Birds
States
Rivers
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