Still others say it builds you up emotionally and physically, training you for the ups and downs of life. I believe in all of these. As a football player, physical training is prevalent in everything we do. Every practice we are required to run at least 4 laps, do 50 pushups and sit-ups and various other exercises. Drills include hitting and blocking each other, which also builds your physical strength.
Football also helps build good character.
As we work as a team, we learn how to win and how to loose like a good sportsman. Also, on the field respect is required whether it is to the refs, the coaching staff or your own teammates. You learn to follow orders and to respect authority. I remember the time my coach made me run laps because I was late to practice. I thought it wasn t fair and decided to walk the laps.