article on neglect of games and sports in school
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Games and sports are very important for physical and mental well being. They help to keep the body fit and free from disease. They keep the diseases related to heart, obesity, mental stress and sleeplessness, at a distance. They promote a spirit of self confidence, self reliance, discipline, justice, fair play and patriotism. They are a source of recreation and entertainment.
Games and sports are very essential for students. But nowadays more importance is given to studies and bookish knowledge and games are neglected. We all know, 'All work and no play, makes Jack a dull boy.' This is what is happening at present. The lack of games in schools is making the life of students monotonous and stressful. All round development of personality is not being achieved.
'Health is wealth.' One can maintain good health by participating in games and physical activities. A healthy mind resides in a healthy body. A healthy person can work hard cheerfully and face dangers boldly. If the schools provide an opportunity for games and sports the students can perform exercises automatically and need not join the gymnasium to exercise. Games provide all the health benefits of brisk walking, running, cycling, skipping, swimming and yoga.
So games and sports should be given an adequate place in the school curriculum.
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Sports play a great in everyone’s busy life especially for students. Everyone should involve themselves in the sports activity even for a small time all through the day. Sports are necessary because it brings physical and mental fitness to the person involved in this on regular basis. People who have busy schedule in their life get tired very easily. As we all know that, living a relaxed and comfort life we need a sound mind and a sound body. Education is very necessary to get name, fame and money. In the same way, getting a sound mind and body, everyone must involve in some type of physical activities for which sports is the best way.
Being involved in sports activities benefits a person in many ways. It does not provide only physical strength however it increases mental power too. Outdoor sports such as football, cricket, volleyball, hockey, running, etc helps in improving physical health and mental fitness. However, some indoor games and sports like brain games, chess, Sudoku, etc improves mental power and concentration level.