On July 23, the new edition of the Olympic Games will begin. More than an important date for sports lovers, it has been discovered that it also serves as motivation to practice physical exercise. Specifically, 30% more will be encouraged to play sports after watching the competitions.
The good summer temperature and the possibility of having more free time in these months helps to do more sports, especially if we do it outdoors or with aquatic themes. A study conducted by Top Doctors reveals that 20% of those surveyed claim to practice more sport on these dates, compared to 60% who maintain the same routines as the rest of the year, and the rest stop doing sports during these months.
The Olympic Games encourage people to try new disciplines
Both the European Championship and the Tokyo Olympic Games attract many sports fans to spend several hours in front of the screen. In fact, 8 out of 10 respondents say they will closely follow what happens during the Olympics. In addition, the study reveals that this type of competition increases the motivation to practice physical exercise. So much so that 30% of the people who watch this type of competition say they feel more motivated and even to cheer up with some new discipline.
However, we must be aware that practicing a new sport implies an adaptation of the body. It is advisable to do a good management of the load and the days in which we will exercise to increase progressively. In addition, the capacity that professional athletes can have is light years away from what an amateur athlete can achieve. However, it is very positive to take advantage of that motivation to practice physical exercise.
33% do not know what sport to practice
Almost half of those surveyed claim to practice sports on a routine basis and 23% do so, although not constantly. In addition, the confinement favored the encouragement of 8% of new athletes, although not all have managed to maintain this new habit.
However, 15% of people who practiced sports on a regular basis have reduced that routine as a result of the pandemic. Those who do not practice any type of discipline or activity say they do not play sports due to lack of perseverance, lack of motivation, lack of time or the necessary physical stamina.
The problem comes when the sport is practiced inappropriately and without knowing the abilities of each person. This favors the increased risk of injury or health problems. In fact, 3 out of 10 people are not sure which are the most appropriate sports, which are not recommended or which are the aspects to take into account when doing sports in summer.
El Cycling, swimming o racket sports They are the most advisable to do in summer, in addition to those that are related to the sea and the pool. The running and triathlon They are more intense sports, but they are also recommended in the hours of less heat.