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Sports Can Help You Raise Strong, Confident, and Healthy Kids

Your answer to raising strong, confident, and healthy kids lies in them playing sports.

- By Sabiha Gulrays

Changing times and evolving generations have led to different parenting needs for our children. With easy access to gadgets, social media, indoor play spaces, and dependency on electronic devices, kids sometimes cringe at the thought of playing outdoors. However, as grown-ups, who likely spent entire summer holidays as kids outdoors, we know it's great to be active in the open air.  

 

In an era marked by technological advancements and evolving parenting needs, the significance of outdoor play and sports cannot be overstated. This is where Sportnicians - The Sports People, led by the visionary Ishraque Gulrays who has been an ex- India Tennis Player, steps in to make a difference. Sportnicians has become a one-stop destination for everything sports-related, offering services that range from coaching and employee engagement to league and venue management, merchandising, trophies, casting, and more. Ishraque Gulrays is on a mission to make sports accessible to everyone, fostering a community where the benefits of sports are within reach for all ages.  

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Ishraque Gulrays

The virtual world of games is fun no doubt but sports that can help raise strong, healthy, and confident kids. Additionally, it is one of the best ways to teach them important life skills. Co-curricular activities always help kids with their communication, personality development, and overall growth. Sports are one of the easiest ways to get your kids to move, sharpen their brains, fuel their bodies, and channel their energy in the right direction. Sportnicians enhances these benefits by providing structured programs that help children develop discipline and time management skills, preparing them for future challenges.

 

Let’s take a quick look at the many benefits that sports hold for our children and us which can also be life transforming:  

 

Power Play for Physical Health  

Sports provide children with a fun and engaging way to stay physically active and healthy. Regular physical activity is essential for maintaining good health and preventing various health issues. Engaging in sports helps kids develop and maintain a healthy body weight, strengthen their muscles, improve their cardiovascular health, and develop essential motor skills, agility, and coordination.  

 

Children who are involved in sports are more likely to make better health choices and adopt habits that promote overall well-being. They learn about the importance of nutrition and hydration, which can positively influence their lifelong habits.  

 

Scoring Confidence Points  

In today’s day and age, confidence is an attribute that one cannot do without. From impacting a child's success in various aspects of life to making them believe in themselves, confidence plays a large role. Here’s how sports help in building confidence:  

 

Game-Changing Growth  

- Achievement Alley: Sports teach goal-setting and hard work, fostering a sense of accomplishment and mastery. Sportnicians' coaching programs ensure kids reach these milestones, boosting their confidence.  

    

- Obstacle Overtake: Through sports, children learn resilience and problem-solving as they conquer challenges like mastering new techniques or rebounding from losses.  

    

- Teamwork Turf: Whether solo or team sports, collaboration is key. Kids learn to excel together, fostering positive relationships and social skills.  

    

- Self-Image Slam Dunk: Physical improvements and recognition from peers fuel a strong self-image, empowering kids with confidence on and off the field.  

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Ishraque Gulrays, founder of Sportnicians

Mindset Match-Up: Emotional Fitness  

Playing sports can have a positive bearing on emotional and mental health. It boosts self-confidence, serves as a healthy outlet for pent-up emotions, helps children manage their feelings, and develop emotional resilience. Moreover, sports can be a valuable tool in preventing or addressing issues like depression and low self-esteem. The camaraderie and social support children receive from their teammates can provide a strong foundation for emotional well-being. They learn to cope with losses, handle pressure, and develop a positive mindset, which are all essential life skills.  

 

Time Tackle: Discipline Drill  

Disciplining kids and managing time with them can be challenging. Sports offer a solution to manage time effectively. Children learn and understand how to balance their training and competition schedules with their schoolwork and other responsibilities. Sportnicians' structured programs ensure that children develop these crucial skills, helping them become more organized and efficient.  

 

The ability to prioritize and allocate time wisely positively impacts a child's academic performance and their ability to juggle multiple commitments later in life. Sports teach kids to set goals, create schedules, and follow through with their plans, valuable skills that can be applied to various aspects of their future.  

 

Competitive Edge: Healthy Rivalry  

Sports introduce children to the concept of healthy competition, crucial for personal growth and development. Competitive environments challenge kids to strive for excellence, push their limits, and foster a growth mindset. They learn to respect opponents, play by the rules, and accept both victory and defeat gracefully.  

 

Long-Term Health Benefits  

Any form of exercise or movement is excellent for all of us. One of the most positive impacts of sports is improvement in children's physical health, which extends into adulthood. Engaging in sports during childhood helps build a strong foundation for lifelong fitness and well-being.  

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Ishraque Gulrays with former tennis player Leander Paes

Victory Lap 

Whether daily or a few times a week, getting your child to play a sport is a powerful tool for raising confident, strong, and healthy children. Through physical fitness, confidence-building experiences, emotional well-being, discipline, and healthy competition, children gain valuable life skills and habits that serve them well into adulthood.  

 

In the world of sports, where discipline, teamwork, and healthy competition reign supreme, Sportnicians-The Sports People stands as a beacon of excellence. Under the excellent and engaging leadership of Ishraque Gulrays, Sportnicians has become more than just a platform for athletic endeavors; it's a catalyst for personal growth and community enrichment. By offering comprehensive sports solutions and fostering a culture of inclusivity, Sportnicians empowers individuals of all ages to unlock their potential and thrive both on and off the field. With Sportnicians at the helm, the future of sports shines bright, promising boundless opportunities for champions in the making  

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