In light of the technological development and the presence of modern means of communication, a man began to rely heavily on these means to accomplish daily, career and entertainment activities and tasks. Despite the great benefits of this technical development in life, some people ignored the importance of physical movement and sporting activity. As a result, they began to reduce movement and sports practice. Accordingly, this transformation has dangerous health and mental impacts on society, as ceasing physical activity has risks to human health.

All scientific medical sources put lack of physical activity at the forefront of the causes of diseases of heart, diabetes, lungs, obesity, atherosclerosis, etc. Medical sources both in the East and in the West always warn against lethargy and lack of exercise. Doctors around the world assuring their patients that exercise is the best treatment, so they recommend practicing physical activities.

Sport is closely connected with psychological comfort, happiness, and renewing blood circulation. It stimulates the mind to think properly. Sport also increases workers’ and employees’ productivity and improves overall performance.

Why do some people neglect sports?

We, in the United Arab Emirates, have a strong infrastructure and are prepared to practice sports in summer and winter, as we have a beautiful winter. Besides, most homes are accommodated with sports equipment that can be used for physical activity, as well as gardens that contain sports corridors.

Our wise leadership has paid great attention to sports, they believe that sports mean health and wellness, and that with sports, the health of the entire society flourishes.

Sport is for all ages, and every person can perform a physical activity according to his or her ability. Therefore, we must not resort to idleness, and we must move and make SPORTS a way of life, as a sports society means more giving and fewer diseases.

Women, men, the young, and the old are all required to embrace sporting activities. The UAE has become the global capital of sports, as people from different countries flock to it to practice sports. Stars of art, literature, culture, and sports prefer the UAE to practice physical activity.

Be active, be athletic, let sports be your lifestyle, and embrace the principle (FOR SPORTS, FOR LIFE).