I can say that a core workout is really important for me as an athlete. It actually makes the body stronger and keeps everything balanced. Those two aspects are crucial to maintaining a high pace in races.
作为运动员，核心力量的训练对我极为重要。它帮助我的身体更加强壮同时增进身体平衡能力，这两点恰恰是跑步中的关键要素。

灌篮 slam dunk

Since our July theme on American English at State is sports, we thought we would serve up some sports idioms.

Are you a basketball fan? A slam dunk is an exciting play, when a player leaps into the air and forces the basketball through a hoop. Since most professional basketball players are tall and great leapers, this play is perceived as easy.

Have you accomplished something recently that was a slam dunk? What is something that is difficult for others but is easy for you?

I feel the sexiest in the bathtub w no makeup, no extensions, no lashes.. naked. Just me in my purest form. I don’t always feel comfortable in my skin/body so I’m beyond grateful that in these moments, when I’m most vulnerable I can feel beautiful & accept myself as is.