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\"LONDON,<\/p>\n

It has been known since time immemorial that exercise is good for our bodies and our minds. Exercising especially when we\u2019re young has all sorts of health benefits like:<\/p>\n

*Strengthening our bones<\/strong><\/p>\n

*Clearing out bad cholesterol from our arteries<\/strong><\/p>\n

*Decreasing the risk of stroke, high blood pressure and diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\n

*Helping our brains release a number of chemicals like Endorphins.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Natural hormones (like endorphins) released by the brain, control pain and pleasure responses in the central nervous system which often lead to feelings of euphoria.<\/p>\n

Increases release of endorphins and consistent physical activity in general can sharpen your focus and improve your mood and memory.<\/p>\n

As opposed to working out at the gym, playing a sport has added benefits:<\/p>\n

*You gain psychological benefits for both short and long term which are linked with the communal experience of being on a team.<\/em><\/p>\n

*You learn to trust and depend on others<\/em><\/p>\n

*You learn to accept and to give help<\/em><\/p>\n

*You work together with your team members towards a common goal<\/em><\/p>\n

*You get to commit to a team and do something fun which in turn makes it easier for you to establish a regular exercise habit.<\/em><\/p>\n

Science has proven that school sport participation can help with the following:<\/p>\n

*Reduce the risk of suffering from depression for up to 4 years<\/em><\/p>\n

*Your self esteem and your confidence get a big boost<\/em><\/p>\n

This is because when you continually work at a skill, you are bound to enforce a growth mindset within yourself. A mindset is useful in all walks of life.<\/p>\n

You also get to learn through failure which is one of the most transformative long-term benefits of playing sports. The experience of coming to terms to defeat can build the resilience and self-awareness necessary to manage academic, social and physical hurdles. And even if you lose, you will get the real benefit from the experience.<\/p>\n

TIP: Spend some time to find the right sport that will fit your individual needs.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

In a nutshell, the importance of finding the right sport for you:<\/p>\n

*You will be a part of a supportive community<\/em><\/p>\n

*You will build your confidence<\/em><\/p>\n

*You will be exercise your body<\/em><\/p>\n

*You will nurture your mind<\/em><\/p>\n

*You will have fun<\/em><\/p>\n

Go on! Identify a sport you like, join a team and enjoy the benefits!<\/p>\n

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SOURCE: Ted ED Lessons worth sharing<\/strong><\/pre>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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