Models Direct: Top Five Reasons To Try Basketball

Oct. 17, 2010 - PRLog -- Models Direct continue their series giving reasons to try new activities this week by sharing our top five reasons to try basketball.

We’ve recently shared our top fives on various hobbies and activities, ranging from badminton to dance. If you would like to read our most recent article in this series ‘Models Direct: Top Five Reasons To Try Dance’ you can find it by following the link below:

http://www.prlog.org/10989467-models-direct-top-five-reasons-to-try-dance.html


Assertiveness

Basketball is a great way to encourage assertiveness in your children or to develop more confidence yourself. Without encouraging aggression, basketball requires that players take the ball from the opposing team in order to achieve a ‘basket’. This method of assertion can cross over into other areas of a player’s life in a very positive way.

Self-esteem

Basketball provides the player with an attainable goal. Watching the ball fall through the hoop is extremely satisfying, and the chance to develop and be praised for this skill by team mates can really help to build self-esteem.

Team work

This game relies on teamwork, tactical thinking and communication between players. The benefits of this are obvious and they highlight the importance of such qualities in everyday life.

Fitness

Activities like basketball are a fantastic way to keep fit and tone your body and the stretching in this particular game is great for easing muscle tension. As this sport is often played outdoors it will also give you a chance to soak up some sunshine.

Hand-eye coordination

There are many techniques to basketball that encourage superb hand-eye coordination. Improving your hand-eye coordination can help many other activities, from other sports to how you drive your car.


Always consult your doctor before embarking on a new fitness activity.

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