Canadian Filipino Born
Jonas Martin Albaira
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Sports or Academics? Which one is the right choice?
It has always been a nagging question among students especially teens, as to what to prioritize in school; sports or academics. It has been sculpted in our minds that academics should always take precedence since it will equip us for a better future. Success in academics translates to successful career and eventually a life of comfort. Most parents will readily prefer a school with good academic program because of the fact that this can make their kids more ready for a career later in life. But on the other hand, sport is also a necessity. With this common belief, students are now at a lost as to what should come first.
Being active in sports keeps a kid physically fit. It helps in increasing the level of energy of a child. The increased level of energy will lead to better brain function and better concentration. It makes us healthy, preventing our body from diseases like obesity and diabetes.
Too much studying can also be harmful to our health. Sports may serve as a break for academics. If one sees only books, home works, quizzes and tests, this can lead to boredom and eventually poor academic performance. It is not bad that once in a while, a student should get a rest from academics. It can be rejuvenating that after hours of being holed inside the classroom, a kid can stretch his body and be physically active.
Many families cannot afford to enter their kids into sports program and maybe a reason not to be physically active. This should not be a hindrance in engaging them in sports activities. Most schools provide Physical Education for their students. One does not have to pay to be able to play. It is just a matter of taking advantage of what is readily available.
A student who has been very active in sports and has excelled in it seldom makes a living out of it. A successful athlete does not have a lifetime to play his
ENG3U1
Sports or Academics? Which one is the right choice?
It has always been a nagging question among students especially teens, as to what to prioritize in school; sports or academics. It has been sculpted in our minds that academics should always take precedence since it will equip us for a better future. Success in academics translates to successful career and eventually a life of comfort. Most parents will readily prefer a school with good academic program because of the fact that this can make their kids more ready for a career later in life. But on the other hand, sport is also a necessity. With this common belief, students are now at a lost as to what should come first.
Being active in sports keeps a kid physically fit. It helps in increasing the level of energy of a child. The increased level of energy will lead to better brain function and better concentration. It makes us healthy, preventing our body from diseases like obesity and diabetes.
Too much studying can also be harmful to our health. Sports may serve as a break for academics. If one sees only books, home works, quizzes and tests, this can lead to boredom and eventually poor academic performance. It is not bad that once in a while, a student should get a rest from academics. It can be rejuvenating that after hours of being holed inside the classroom, a kid can stretch his body and be physically active.
Many families cannot afford to enter their kids into sports program and maybe a reason not to be physically active. This should not be a hindrance in engaging them in sports activities. Most schools provide Physical Education for their students. One does not have to pay to be able to play. It is just a matter of taking advantage of what is readily available.
A student who has been very active in sports and has excelled in it seldom makes a living out of it. A successful athlete does not have a lifetime to play his