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阅读理解综合训练(一) 注意事项: 1. 本练限时在45分钟内完成为最佳。 2. 答题前,考生务必将学校、班级、姓名写在密封线内。 (1) When movie star Scarlett Johansson was photographed in Los Angeles recently, she attracted a lot of attention, for the 27-year-old actress was wearing Vibram FiveFingers, so called because they look more like gloves than shoes, with a space for each toe. Strange though they may look, these so-called barefoot shoes, which reproduce the effect of barefoot running but with less pain, are just one brand in a range of minimalist footwear. These super-thin sports shoes are causing a stir in the world of running and fitness. Why? Because some experts believe they could make you a better, more efficient runner and that traditional trainers could be doing you more harm than good. “Wearing shoes that have lots of cushions and support affects the way your body naturally moves and studies suggest that this carries a higher risk of injury,” explains Matt Wallden, an athlete performance expert. “But with barefoot shoes, the feet can actually feel the firmness and shape of the ground, which allows your body to respond effectively.” But before you rush out to invest in minimalist footwear, be careful. These kinds of shoes are not meant for everyone, or at least not straightaway. “Ordinary sports shoes with support are good for beginners whose bodies are not used to the impact of running,” explains Patrick Davoren, former Olympic athlete. “If you are not in good condition, then running in minimalist footwear may cause injuries and will turn a lot of people off exercise and running.” If you are currently injured, and figures show that in any given year 65% of all runners are, it can be tempting to try anything that promises to get you back on the road, trail, or beach. But barefoot running is not a method of treating injury nor is it a magical way of suddenly turning you into a great athlete. Even if you’re used to running, when you start using minimalist shoes you should build up your distance gradually. Start of