Question 1

is  sport is good for my body?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As a general rule, we have adapted sports that benefit us mentally and physically by promoting physical exercise and sportsmanship. Some sports are more physical than others and the proper safety equipment and training should be utilized.

Question 2

are sports drinks good for kids?

Accepted Answer

Not necessary: Sports drinks are not medically necessary unless the child is involved in highly cardiovascular  (running, swimming, soccer, basketball, etc) sports for over an hour at a time.  If so a sports drink can help replete electrolytes lost thru sweating.  However stopping every 20 min or so for water breaks is better.  Sports drinks contain a lot of sugar- think of them as a snack, not as health food.

Question 3

why is badminton a healthy sport?

Accepted Answer

Good for you: Badminton and sports in general have many benefits, it is known that moderate to vigorous exercise improve health and well-being, and decrease the risk of obesity, heart disease stroke and certain types of cancer
Also exercise improve the chances of quitting smoking in smokers, improve cognitive function and reduce stress, anxiety, and depression
ask your doctor if you have heart or lung condion

Question 4

what is the negative affect of sports?

Accepted Answer

?: I'd have to think about this..

The only thing i can think of is:
- increased injury risks

other than that, like any activity, that is overdone to the detriment of other life responsibilities, there can be negative effects.

Question 5

i have a sport injury?

Accepted Answer

Microtrauma: Overuse of joints can cause pain and warmth. If you recently started a new sport or exercise or increased the intensity, it is possible that your body is responding to microtrauma of muscles and ligaments by recruiting more fluid to the area causing swelling, pain and warmth. Use analgesics, ice and rest to reduce the pain, try an incremental increase in intensity instead to prevent this.

Question 6

what sports require helmets?

Accepted Answer

Collision sports: Most collision sports require participants to wear helmets. Some of the more typical team sports that fall in to this category are: football, lacrosse, hockey, other individual sports such as skiing, snowboarding, snow machine racing, and even auto racing (all types) require helmets to help protect your head from injury.

Question 7

how common are sports injuries?

Accepted Answer

Very: basketball players are most frequently injured. Football players are most severely injured

Question 8

is swimming a good cardio sport?

Accepted Answer

Yes: An excellent one too as there is no pressure on joints...

Question 9

i have a headache after doing sport?

Accepted Answer

Headache and deydrat: It is possible that you are dehydrated thus leading to a headache.  Make sure you drink plenty of fluids before, during and after.  Sport drinks can help replace electrolytes that are lost during exercise.  Try this first if still having g headaches might be a good idea to see your doctor.

Question 10

is cricket considered a contact sport?

Accepted Answer

No: While there are times when cricket players bump into each other and you can be hit by the bat or ball, contact is not a routine part of the action and is only incidental.

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