Boxing for Fitness （健身）
When it comes to boxing, most people think of two strong athletes in a ring trying to destroy each other with their fists. _____（26） It is a sport that people can get a great exercise from.
Boxing for fitness is fast becoming a popular way to exercise. It is easy to understand when you consider all the benefits of the sport. You will gain increased speed, skill and strength. _____（27） You will learn the basic attack skills and how to combine them effectively.
So you may wonder how I got started in boxing. I was already at the gym quite often, doing weight training. _____（28）But I was still soft around the midsection （上腹部）.After a conversation with my boss at lunch one day he suggested I come to a boxing class with him. He is a very fit man in his 40s._____（29）And he told me all I needed to bring was a bottle of water and a towel.
If I have learnt anything from the experience, it is not to be afraid to try something new. No matter what your skill or fitness level is, boxing is good for you. The reason is that this exercise can be modified to suit you. _____（30）
29. _____.
A、I was getting stronger.
B、Boxing is considered too cruel.
C、You will learn the proper way to control your feet
D、He offered to lend me a pair of boxing gloves.
E、All in all, boxing for fitness is a great way to work out.
F、However, boxing for fitness is something altogether different
【正确答案】：D
【题目解析】：由空前的一句话，“He is a very fit man in his 40s.”， 他40多岁时是一个非常健康的人。以及空后的一句话，“And he told me all I needed to bring was a bottle of water and a towel.”，他告诉我，我需要带的是一瓶水和一条毛巾。空格处依旧为有关与he(my boss)的内容，选项D衔接最恰当，故选D。
