The Positive Effects of Involvement in Sports on Children Participation in sports provides numerous opportunities for healthy, positive development-physically, socially, and morally for all children. Regular sports activities are the preparatory gateways for children in their vital growth years in creating a sense of self that will guide them throughout their lives.
Research indicates that participation in sports can promote healthy development.
Unquestionably, exercise is good for growing children, and the earlier they start, the better. Participation in sports is especially important today with the growing epidemic in obesity and overweight children. Exercise involves burning fat to maintain a healthy weight, makes muscles stronger, makes bones stronger, keeps the lungs in good shape, and keeps the heart strong. One of the major ways to help children avoid this health risk is to get them playing sports, and help them stay involved so they develop an appreciation for active, healthy lifestyles. Children are becoming sedentary in their everyday lives causing obesity and major health problems.