National Sports Day 2021: Manage weight the great way with these game

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  • How often have you come across the quote – “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”? It sure does bring back some old memories. Sports have been around as a form of recreational activity since time immemorial.
  • Be it the Romans in 753 B.C. or people of the 21st century, everyone loves some form of fun recreational activity. 29 August, every year is observed as the National Sports Day.
  • This day marks the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, the Indian hockey legend. The fun part aside, sports can be a great way to indulge in physical activity that can benefit the health.
  • Anurag Thakur, Union Minister for I&B and Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India tweeted: “I extend my heartiest wishes to all our sportspersons, coaches & those who have dedicated their life to sport, on the occasion of National Sports Day. On the occasion of the Birth Anniversary of Major Dhyanchand, let us pledge and aim to make India a sporting

Hockey India also tweeted on the occasion of National Sports Day 2021:

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Sports for weight management

  • If you are having a hard time finding the motivation to stick to a workout routine, maybe it is time to stir things up and use sports as a method to manage weight and fulfil your exercise goals. Here are some sports that you can go for:
  • Badminton: Looking for a toned body and healthy weight? Badminton is just the sport you should go for. Along with building muscle and heart function, badminton can also improve metabolism and promote bone health. Furthermore, this is a game that you can play with your family and friends thereby turning it into a fun and healthy bonding hour.
  • Swimming: This sport can help enhance muscle strength, build endurance, and aid weight management through calorie burn. Apart from adding to the health, swimming can also help develop skills that can be helpful in case of an emergency. One must make sure that the learning and practice must take place in a safe environment.
  • Cycling: One of the most popular forms of exercise, cycling can help you achieve your fitness goals alongside providing you with the sweet benefits of nature. Cycling is fun and can improve posture, bone health, joint mobility, and enhance muscle strength, coordination, and heart health.
  • Football: One of the most popular sports across the world, football can contribute immensely to weight management by burning fat. This sport can also help build stamina and speed, improve heart and bone health, and enhance muscle strength.
  • Basketball: If you are looking for a fun way to manage weight, it is time to build your endurance, bone health, and cardiovascular fitness through basketball. And contrary to the popular misconception, NO! You do not need to be tall to play basketbal

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