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If you’re short on money, you don’t have to pay for an expensive gym membership to get in shape. Below are some choices for you! And the best is that they don’t cost a penny!
Nike+Running club and Nike+Training Club
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, various locations Nike’s free run club of coaches and pacers open to anyone who wants to learn how to run like the professionals. Besides, there’s the Nike Training Club for all health levels, covering boxing and other exercise. It’s not one for men, though - the classes have a women-only policy. Call up in advance for participation!
Our Parks
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
This brilliant program works with local communities to bring free health group classes across the city. They’re led by qualified instructors and you can join anything from the body-building club at the Olympic Park to yoga in Victoria Park - just remember to register online and book ahead.
Sweaty Betty’s in-store classes
Daily, various locations and times
With over 70 classes to pick each week, it’s no wonder mums crowd into Sweaty Betty to keep their health. But to sign up for a class, it’s fastest fingers first -- places can be booked up to a week in advance so simply register online and watch out for a free spot.
Sweat Shop running community
Sundays to Thursdays, various locations and times Running can be a lonely old task. Sweat Shop's run clubs, held at branches across London, aim to make it a little more social. We’d recommend this for more experienced runners - the entry level distance is 5 kilometers - but a pace keeper at the back means you won’t be left behind. Ready to work up a good sweat? Just go to the events listed on their Facebook page!
1. Which of the four programs admits women only?
A. Our Parks. B. Sweaty Betty’s in-store classes.
C. Nike+Running Club and Nike+Training Club. D. Sweat Shop running community.
2. If you are free only on Saturdays, you can enjoy ________.
A. running with a pace keeper B. a variety of health classes to choose from
C. doing yoga in a beautiful park D. training of boxing by the professionals
3. The passage is written to ________.
A. offer exercising courses for beginners B. give advice on how to do physical activities C. create a communication spot for runners D. advertise free body-building programs
