RECOGNIZING AND OVERCOMING SPORTS ADDICTION In the world that is full of strong physical abilities and exciting sports, it is not easy to tell when liking sports a lot becomes a problem. Sports addiction can happen to people from all walks of life, and it can be tricky to recognize. In this article, we'll talk about how to spot the signs of sports addiction and what problems it can cause. This issue is important but often gets overlooked because we focus so much on the fun and excitement of sports. IDENTIFYING SPORTS ADDICTION: Untangling the Puzzle Recognizing sports addiction is like solving a tricky puzzle because it shows up in different ways. A clear sign is when someone is too focused on sports, thinking a lot about upcoming games, how players are doing, and statistics. This intense focus can make them forget about important things in life, like work, relationships, and taking care of themselves. Escaping Reality For some, sports become a refuge from the challenges and stres...
DOES PHYSICAL TRAINING HELP TO INCREASE LIFE EXPECTANCY? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that every adult should take part in physical activity of moderate intensity for 150 to 300 minutes each week along with 75 to 150 minutes of activity that strengthens muscles (1). According to a study , the probability of early death can be reduced by following the recommended duration of physical activity. However, this probability can be decreased further if the duration of activity is increased (2). The same study also highlighted that the chances of a person dying from cardiovascular diseases also decrease if the duration of physical activity increases more than what is recommended. Individuals who participated for about 300 to 599 minutes in physical training experienced the most benefits. The overall rate of death decreased by 26% to 31% whereas the chances of dying from heart disease reduced by 28% to 38% (2). Mayo Clinic Proceedings published a study that f...