Positive Impact Of Sports On Youth

1. Positive Impact Of Sports On Youth Sports is a recreational activity that helps to promote and develop various skills in youth. This infographic lists the positive effects of sports. 1 Better Social Skills Along with refining the other social skills, sports help to imbibe sportsmanship and team spirit in youth. 2 Less Risk Of Negative Influence A youth who regularly participates in sports is less likely to commit crimes or involve in other activities like drinking, smoking & drugs. 75% American families with school- aged children have at least one child participating in organized sports. 3 Improves Self-Esteem Playing well and winning along fills youth with a sense of accomplishment that helps them shape their self-esteem & confidence. 4 Promotes Healthy Competition Taking part in sports, helps in promoting healthy competition amongst youth by making them understand that hard work is the key to success. 5 Teaches Discipline Athletes are required to be disciplined in every aspect in order to succeed in their sport and to achieve their goal. 6 Increases Endurance Playing sports improves the cardiovascular endurance which in turn reduces the chances of a heart disease. 7 Aids In Weight Control Helps to reduce problems arising due to excessive weight. It keeps them active and prevents them from being a couch potato. www.bgctx.org Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas 304 W Ave B, Killeen, TX - 76541 Phone: (254) 699 - 5808 Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3871410/