Previously I have discussed the merits and drawbacks of many exercise types, including swimming, running, walking, using a gym , doing gym exercise classes and yoga. Today we look at team sports, which includes football, rugby, hockey, netball and much more.etc
The Positives about –
- Fun – Most people love playing their chosen sport, if you love football then running around the footy field is hardly a chore. This means you will want to exercise rather than having to force yourself into action.
- Competitive – Any competitive environment will force you to raise your game and make you put in extra effort. This can be excellent for improving fitness, getting in shape as it naturally adds to your motivation.
- Good Calorie Burn – Team sports usually involve moving good distances when playing which can provide a significant calorie burn and thus be very beneficial to losing body fat.
- Sociable – Doing exercise around other people is great for enjoyment and raising your game. It is also great for the social aspect. This modern day we are less sociable than ever and most people have replaced that with eating which has disastrous effects on the body of course.
The Negatives about –
- Time – Many team sports take up time, it could be getting to the away team venue meaning it takes 5 hours to do 90 minutes of exercise. Likewise training may take up more time than you have available that day or evening. This can put you off exercising rather than doing a quick session.
- injury – Most team sports have a higher injury rate than exercising alone because of the competition and unpredictable nature of the sport involved.
- Divert Focus – Often people become too centered on their playing their sport over doing the physical preparation to make them good at the sport. Playing can only take you so far and when niggles etc kick in you have to use other techniques to keep you in good physical state.
Summary
If you have a natural affinity for sports then I highly recommend you look to continue doing them in some form if your schedule allows. You should be careful though to ensure you keep a wider focus and ensure you hit your body shape goals and physical fitness standards across all areas.
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