positive and negative effects/influences of sports to the americans not only kids but adults as well?
106196
Playing too much football or even watching it can lead to violent behavior such as having a short fuse to fighting for no reason due to others reaction to a penalty or touchdown. Just an opinion on a negative aspect.
1149675
i think that this trend obviously mainly centers around europe & s.america, because in these countries, kids grow up playing soccer. it's just a really popular sport (in my dad's country in europe, kids play it every chance they get- even in the dead of winter on 2 feet of snow-i've actually seen this), and so a lot of patriotism & pride comes to play during the world cup. saying "my country kicks @$$ at the most popular sport in the world!!" is really just another reason for people to go "MY COUNTRY ROCKS!!!" basically, loads of people (sometimes myself included, i'm ashamed to say) perceive their country's soccer-playing skills as part of how "good" their country is. & so if another country whips them at soccer, they get mad cause it's almost like a diss to their country. the more aggressive (or just drunk =P) types get "mad" or start a fight, & it's obviously NOT healthy to get this excited about a sport both physically & mentally (remember manuel the crazy  fan who divorced & lost his job 2 see every one of Spain's soccer games? also see http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/19062006/6/n-odds-doctors-probe-heart-attack-risk-soccer-fans.html), but, well, people do it anyway. maybe it's just in the blood of certain countries to place such importance on a sport? lol i hope this made at least some sense...
612725
Yes there is. We need to get kids more active. Kids spend too much time watching TV and playing video games. They should spend more time playing outside. Fast food is also a problem, it is high in fat with little nutrition.
666555
http://www.allabilities.com/sports.html\n\nHope someone has a more definitive answer for you.  The above link is a source of information that might help.
225750
Positive impacts:\n\n* Computers enhance the learning experience (Presentations, Animations. E-learning, Lecture podcasting...)\n\n* Computers entertain us: games, breathtaking special effects in movies, better animations...\n\n* The modern generation is aware about the issues related to the "rest of the world" through computers\n\n* Computers help the modern generation to share their knowledge and views with others (blogs, Wikipedia, Yahoo! Answers)\n\n\nNegative Impacts\n\n* Many youngsters have become porn-freaks\n\n* Many youngsters get addicted to there computers - they stay inside and do not indulge in healthy outdoor activities, interaction with friends etc\n\n* Many feel that computers have made us a little lazy
969221
I think sports has bad and good quality outcomes.  You can have kids who participate and become violent, competitive and agressive.  On the other hand you can get kids who learn how to work well in groups, encourage others and learn how to fail, as well as learn how to work hard to achieve.
552885
Depends.  A lot of great baseball players also have a good golf game.  Some people who are not very athletic may have trouble.
862400
I'm wondering what sports you are talking about.  If you are talking about little league stuff you could open with a third person narrative on a typical evening for a family with children involved in sports.  Like "mom rushes home from her job just to turn around and take little johnny to karate.  She can't stay long though because Suzie has to be at Soccer practice in 10 minutes." Then go on with what they eat for dinner (fast food) and even that not all at the same time.  Basically you are showing the disadvantage of sacrificing quality family time for sports.  \nIf you want to focus on the advantages you could compare and contrast two boys one of whom goes to practice a sport and gets sunshine, exercise and has fun with his friends and the other boy goes home to a bag of chips and an X-box.
783571
i think NFL. if not that then nascar. i heard more americans now watch nascar than basketball or baseball.
558827
Yeah in the U.S. we have a pretty good system of rankings... For juniors we have USTA sectional and national rankings, We also have the same for Adults, Seniors pretty much every age and level....
1064111
I feel it may have to do with a cultural thing.  \n\nFootball, basketball, and baseball have tradition and roots in the American culture.  As a result, much time has been invested in promoting the sport, attracting and recruiting talent, and incorporating technology to advance the sport.\n\nI feel that soccer is relatively new to America.  The soccer fan base is probably not as solid and committed with, say, the basketball group.  But then again, all this can change as more exposure of this sport is made in the media, and popular events like FIFA and the Olympics take place.
918680
i did a research paper the other day for my sports elective..it was entitled.."BENEFITS OF EXERCISE AND ITS IMPLCATIONS FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE " I got 90% on this paper. In it I had the following sub topics:\n\nIntroduction\nDefinition of Exercise\nBenefits of Physical Exercise\nPreparing the body for Exercise\nIllustration of Stretching Techniques\nTypes of Exercise\ni.Aerobic\nii.Strength\niii.Flexibility\nHealth Implications\nSocial Implications\nWhat are Sports\nClassififcation of Sports\nComparison of Recreational & Competitive Sports \nConclusion\nAppendix\nBibliography
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Not really, other than an occasional feature on an athlete participating that trains or regularly competes in the US for that local media.\n\nBut what can you expect ... US isn't competing, so it's only natural there wouldn't be as much interest as compared to baseball starting, NFL trades and the approaching draft, the NHL and the NBA all still going on.
514851
Pluses: Develops physical and mental toughness and character. Teaches respect. Allows players to be multi-dimensional multi-taskers if they're exceptionally talented. \n\nMinuses: "burn-out" after so many consecutive seasons. Allow them to try other sports if possible to keep options open. Pressure to win over and above having fun. When there's something on the line like a championship, it's exciting, but there are 21 other kids out there besides your kid: if they're all wound up and fretting over it, they won't perform well. Make sure they PLAY to have FUN first! Also, debilitating injuries relatively early in life can cause problems as they get older. Make sure they're as physically fit as possible before they even begin to train for the sport. Injuries happen to the best of them, but if they're in good condition and are MENTALLY able to come back, ease them into it. Third, do everything in your power not to be a "sports parent" Don't be a jerk when they mess up, encourage them as much in defeat as in victory; it'll remind them that this is a GAME, not life!
1055013
You definitely aren't a bad american. People who don't like soccer probably won't like it after trying to watch it. Sometimes the games are really boring. I am a diehard soccer fan and I play on the computer while I watch games. If I happen to miss an exciting second while I'm not looking I just rewind it (thank God for Tivo). It's definitely more exciting to play than watch, but there's exciting moments in watching it too. At least you tried. Hope your tree is doing well :)
267630
hmmm i beleive it can have both negative and positive effects...on one hand your children are home and you know they are safe...on the other hand kids dont like to be controlled, if theyre going to do drugs or have sex or whatever the curfews try to prevent , if they want to do whatever it is theyre going to it regardless hmm maybe there will be more kids skipping school to do what they want during the day when theyre parents are gone who knows i think it should left up to parents to decide when theyre children should be home does the government raise our children...i dont think so maybe old people should have to be in some cant drive as it is haha
627492
I love soccer, too bad it's not very popular in the US. I guess the Americans love only incredibly boring sports like American football and baseball - sports that move at glacial speeds!