The world we now live in is one caught up with endless rules
and measures designed to make life – and sport – ‘safer’. Although it is
important to take precautions to minimise the risk of injury, namely for
individual benefit, we must not forget the endless positive effects sport can
have on health, character and skill!
On the surface, we see the benefits of sport on our health;
regular physical activity reduces the risk of chronic conditions including
diabetes, cancer, heart disease and musculoskeletal conditions. Staying active
improves health as a defined state of complete mental, physical and social
well-being and that is why it is so important to try and at least undertake the
recommendation of 30 minutes of moderate exercise per day. Our bodies are like
cars – regular use and movement means they will function better over a longer
period of time and though exercise can seem like a chore, fitness is immensely
valuable. Aside from the more immediately obvious benefits such as toned
physique, a fit and healthy adult will have better proven concentration,
co-ordination and stamina than someone physically inactive. They are also
likely to have a better posture and a longer life-expectancy…so far so good!
The benefits of daily exercise such as brisk walks to work
are one thing, but the additional benefits that come with undertaking sport on
a larger scale are better again. You may be involved in an individual sport
within a club, such as hill-walking, or you may be a member of a team sport,
such as rugby - either way, the social
benefits available in both circumstances make sport, and the opportunities
provided by sport, even more wonderful. The chances to meet new people,
discover new talents, and form long-standing relationships are limitless so
long as you immerse yourself willingly enough! SportsCover Direct covers over 400
sports so we can help to protect you no matter where your interest lies. We can
tailor a policy around your needs so you can enjoy your sport to the max.
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