Sports can be described as a form of competitive physical activity played by people through casual or organized participation. It helps improve and maintain physical ability and skills. It is a way of entertainment for the participants. As we know, there are various types of sports and games, those that can be played outside the door so called outdoor games whereas those played inside are indoor games. It is generally played as a contest between two competitive sides in an attempt to exceed the other. Sport is an important activity for everyone especially for kids and youths as it keeps the body healthy and fit.
Importance of Sports in Life
Sports play a great role in everyone’s busy life. It is beneficial for both mental and physical well-being to the person involved in this regularly. Everyone should involve themselves in the sports activity even for a small time throughout the day. As we all know, education is very necessary to get a name, fame, and money, in the same way, to get a sound mind and body, everyone must be involved in some or the other type of physical activities for which sports is the best way.
Being involved in sports & fitness activities is beneficial both physically & mentally. Outdoor sports (football, cricket, hockey, etc) improve physical health & mental fitness whereas indoor games (chess, Sudoku, brain games, etc) improve mental power and concentration levels.
Sports for Children
Sport develops a sense of friendliness among the children and develops their team spirit. It helps children to develop mentally and physically tough. Sports shape their body and make it strong and active. Children should actively participate in sports to avoid being tired and lethargic.
Fitness in Sports
Sports and fitness are generally liked by everyone. People who are very interested and good at sports can live more active and healthy lives. They can develop better discipline and leadership qualities in the workplace as well.
Physical coordination and strength
It is considered that both, sports and strength are two sides of the coin. A person interested in sports can develop great body strength and strengthen the immune system, maintain physical coordination, enhance health, and improve mental power.
Character and Health Building
Playing sports or performing fitness training or regime regularly helps in the character and health building of any person. It is generally seen that a person involved in sports activity from a very young age develops a very clear and strong character as well as good health.
Sports is the seed for the overall development of one's personality.
Regular workouts and sports people become more punctual and disciplined thus, the sports give various strong and well-built individuals to the society and nation.
Role of Ayurveda in Sports
Ayurveda has always helped in sports and fitness. Though there is a good trainer or coach in fitness or sports Ayurveda is always necessary to follow certain things like a good diet and Physical care.
Diet: Sattvik has always helped in providing customized diet plans as per the need depending upon the body and type of sport you are involved in. A complete health profile makes us understand the body's constitution and according to the sports or fitness regime, we can understand the kind of diet to be maintained.
Therapies Recommended:
1] Abhyangam-Swedanam (Full Body massage)
“Abhyanga” means a complete oil massage with medicated oil, expert therapists massage the body in a very synchronized and systematic way.
2] Shirodhara
Shirodhara comes from the two Sanskrit words “Shiro” (head) and “Dhara” (flow). It’s an Ayurvedic healing technique that involves having someone pour liquid — usually oil, milk, buttermilk, or water — onto your forehead. It’s often combined with a body, scalp, or head massage.
3] Udvartanam (Powder Massage)
Udvartana is a full-body massage done in a rhythmic motion using herbal powder or paste.
4] Patra Potli
Patra Potli is a sweat therapy used to provide relief from pain and rejuvenate and strengthen the soft tissues, joints, and muscles in the body.
5] Nasyam
Nasyam is the nasal activity to treat different complications affecting the region above the shoulder.
