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Sports can
help you keep fit and close to nature. However, whether you are on the
mountains. In the waves, or on the grassland, you should realize that the sport
you choose might have great influence on the environment.
Some
sports are resource 一 hungry.
Golf, as you may know, eats up not only large areas of countryside, but also
lots of water. Besides, huge amounts of energy are used to keep its courses (球场) in good condition. This causes major environmental changes. For
example, in the dry places of Portugal and Spain, golf is often held
responsible for (为……承担责任) serious water shortage (短缺) in some local areas.
There are
also many environment 一 friendly sports. Power walking is
one of them that you could take up today. You don't need any special equipment
except a good pair of shoes. and you don't have to worry about resources and
your purse. Simple and free, power walking can also help you stay healthy. If
you walk regularly, it will be good for your heart. Experts say that 20 minutes
of power walking daily can make you feel less anxious, sleep well and keep
thin.
Whatever
sport you take up, you can make it greener by using environment 一 friendly equipment and buying products made from recycled
materials. But the final goal should be "green gyms". They are better
replacements (替代物) for traditional health clubs and
modern sports centres. Members of green gyms play sports outdoors, in the
countryside or other open spaces. There is no special requirement for you to
start your membership (会员身份). And best of all, it's
free.
