subject: Soccer Brings People Together [print this page] All individuals should participate in some form of exercise each day, or at least every other day, in order to stay healthy. You can visit a gym and make use of exercise equipment, go for a run out of doors, or be part of a class or group that does a specific type of exercise together.
Cooperation helps people to have the motivation and support that it takes to constantly be improving and becoming healthier. Involving yourself in sports, a great way to increase cooperation and teamwork can have an immense effect on your level of fitness and the amount of workouts you are able to fit in each week.
Sports and events have a great effect on camaraderie and creating commonalities between individuals. If you have a favorite team, you are guaranteed to find another individual in close proximity that likes to watch them play also.
Even if you had not met this person, there is a good chance that you could have a great and interactive conversation regarding the players, different games or matches that were exciting or disappointing, and past success of the team.
This type of connection has created bonds between many nations and different types of people in the past. One of the most uniting sports in the entire world is soccer or football.
It is rumored that during World War I, enemy troops of the British and German armies united together on Christmas Day of 1914 to play soccer. In 1969, the Brazilian soccer star Pele took a trip to Nigeria, along with his team Santos, and caused a complete cease-fire in the Biafran War for three days.
The World Cup of 2002 was co-hosted by longtime enemies Japan and South Korea. American troops that have been in Iraq and Afghanistan have organized troops and clubs for people of all ages to play soccer, both with each other and with the troops.
Soccer is very well-known for its radical fans and loud sporting events. There have been a number of reported riots and gangs associated with different football teams and areas.
However, for the most part, this sport offers a great opportunity for many different types of individuals to come together. The World Cup of Soccer, held every four years, is always a great way for fans of all different countries of the world to come together in one place and converse and support one another.
Thought the tournament is very rigorous and competitive, and the World Cup title is wanted by every team there, the matches are played in a courteous manner and the players are always encouraged to be very respectful and supportive of one another. Teams that may have once been enemies play against each other in a genteel and sportsmanlike manner.
There have been a number of organizations created to encourage the cooperation of those from countries that are ridden with war or poverty to have soccer clubs and systems. The sport itself is so universal because anyone from any background can play it.
A soccer ball and goals can be made out of many different materials. Even those in poor countries or areas can find a way to play the game.
There have been pushes by different organizations like UNICEF and the United Nations to improve soccer clubs and the availability of the sport in all countries. If you wish to be part of a team and increase your fitness, try and find a club or community team you can play on!
Both children and adults can take part in this activity. If you are a college student, there are sure to be a number of intramural teams or school organizations you can join to play soccer and increase your health.
If you would rather play with those that you know, schedule a time each week that you and your close friends can play. Do so at a local park or field.
The cooperation of exercising with your friends plus the set time and place every week will ensure that you at least get a great cardiovascular workout that often. You can practice by yourself by running around the field while kicking the ball, or creating an obstacle course for yourself to maneuver while dribbling.
Soccer is a sport that anyone can enjoy. It helps increase your heart health, burn calories, and give you more strength and endurance.
It has long been a form of cooperation between groups and people. Integrate it into your workout!
