Ⅰ.阅读理解
When you think of boxing, you may picture greats like former world heavyweight boxing champions Rocky Marciano and Jersey Joe Walcott. But boxing isn't just a sport anymore. It's also a popular way to stay fit, through a version known as fitness boxing, which has adapted the movements of the sport into exercise routines.
Unlike traditional boxing that requires someone else for practice, fitness boxing involves throwing punches (重拳击打) at the air or at a punching bag, usually in a class. There are two main types of these exercise classes. In one, you follow a leader and do a series of boxing moves to music, similar to an aerobics (有氧运动) class. The moves include a combination of large, sweeping punches; smaller punches; and short, quick steps forward and back. The other type of exercise class involves strength training, stretching, and hitting a punching bag.
“This kind of boxing has many health benefits, because it constantly requires you to think and change your position，” says physical therapist Linda Arslanian. Though there's no proof that fitness boxing is superior to any other types of exercise, it does strengthen bones and muscles, burn more calories, improve balance and even lift your mood.
However, fitness_boxing_may_not_be_right_up_your_street. “I'd say you'd have to be very careful if you have hand problems. In that case, you should consider shadow boxing only, and make sure your hands don't make contact with a target，” says Arslanian. With any activity that is potentially aerobic, you should check with your physician before starting.
“If you're interested in trying this exercise to change up your routine, you'll likely find classes at health clubs or community centres. And if you do start a class, remember to take it slowly. Also, it's not about high intensity.It's about consistency，” she adds.
语篇解读：文章主要介绍了健身拳击的类型、好处及注意事项。
1．How is fitness boxing different from traditional boxing?
A．It is not aerobic.
B．It has limitations on equipment.
C．It doesn't require partners.
D．It involves more complicated moves.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据第二段第一句可知，与传统拳击不同的是，健身拳击不需要拳击伙伴。
2．What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 4 mean?
A．Fitness boxing is not for everyone.
B．Great effort is needed for fitness boxing.
C．The requirement for fitness boxing varies.
D．Not all people find fitness boxing worthwhile.
解析：选A 句意理解题。根据倒数第二段中的“I'd say you'd have ...with a target”可知，健身拳击不适合手有问题的人，也就是说，健身拳击并不适合所有人。
3．What does Arslanian suggest to people trying fitness boxing?
A．Signing up for a course.
B．Trying shadow boxing first.
C．Sticking to it once starting.
D．Protecting hands from injuries.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“if you do start ...about consistency”可知，Arslanian建议尝试健身拳击的人一旦开始，要坚持下去。
4．Which can be the best title for the text?
A．Why should you give fitness boxing a try?
B．Get yourself into shape with fitness boxing!
C．What are the health benefits of fitness boxing?
D．Enrich your exercise routine with fitness boxing!
解析：选D 标题归纳题。综观全文，尤其是第一段最后一句可知，本文主要介绍了被用于日常锻炼的流行健身方式——健身拳击，以及它的类型、好处和注意事项，故D项作本文标题最佳。
