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Introduction
Sports consist of competitive organised games. There are many different types of sports, and they are widely categorised based on whether they are indoor sports or outdoor sports. Indoor sports consist of games like carrom and chess which do not include much physical activity, as well as fourth such as badminton and table tennis which require a lot more physical activity. The definition of what comes under the term sport is always evolving. Many people consider the Olympic sports association’s stamp of approval as what turns a game into a sport.
Some of the most popular sports in the world are football, cricket, basketball, and tennis. There are many Championships held for these sports as they are widely followed by people worldwide.
Advantages of sports
Every sport has its own unique advantages. However, irrespective of what sport you play, there are some common benefits. The first amongst them is that sports tend to teach people how to deal with defeat. This is a very important skill because, in life, people often face failure. In any sport, one has to face both wins and losses. This teaches not only how to pick up oneself after a defeat but also that winning and losing are two sides of the same coin and one has to keep going irrespective of one’s losses. The second very important thing that sports tend to teach people is how to work in a team. Most require every person in a team to perform a specific task for the team to win. For a cricket team to win, the batsmen have to perform well but so do the fielders and the bowlers. This teaches people a very important lesson that the true path to success is the one where each person gives their best in whatever position they are in.
Thirdly, sports, specifically physical sports, instil a lot of body awareness and flexibility in their players to improve their reflexes and sharpen their skills that remain useful for the entirety of their lives.
There are sports that can be played by people of any age. Sports keep the brain young and healthy as winning at any sport requires one to use their brain for recall and come up with strategies.
Conclusion
Sports are a vital part of any and every person's life. Playing one or the other sport is necessary to ensure a well-rounded and wholesome personality. Anyone who does not participate in any sport at all is bound to lose out on a lot of very important skills. As was famously said, "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy".
FAQs:
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What is the importance of sports in life?
Sports keep an individual physically fit and also help them stay healthy mentally.
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Why should kids be encouraged to play sports?
Playing sports would not only help in the physical development of kids but would also help them to learn discipline, ethics, and other moralities in life.
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Which sports should the kids be encouraged to play?
Every sport has its own significance and charm. Thus, kids should be given a choice to choose the appropriate sport as per their personal interests.
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