Although it may not seem like it, in reality, leisure and recreation is the largest industry in the world. The benefits of leisure and recreation as an important part of life are easy to see. As an industry, it offers a variety of related jobs and generates billions of dollars in revenue. Park and recreation workers, community agencies, sports agencies, youth development organizations, non-profit organizations, rehabilitation agencies and hospitals, the travel and entertainment industries all use and benefit from parks and recreational facilities throughout the world. Additional benefits of recreation and recreation include environmental improvements from green space expansion, health benefits, and benefits for personal satisfaction.
There are many civic benefits to leisure and recreation activities. Sports and youth activities offer leadership development for adults and children. Strong communities are built as parks become a center of community life. The benefits extend to all ages, childhood, youth, young adults, families and seniors. Both caring for the environment and well-being through green spaces are enhanced by beauty. This same beauty helps combat stress through the opportunity to perform gentle exercises and meditate on natural beauty. Nature experiences are available in some locations.
For personal gain, leisure activities may include:
Hobbies
Exercise
sports
Gardening
Crafts
Health
Coping
Family junction
Physical benefits include increased lung capacity from sports participation, in addition to reducing serum cholesterol and hypertension, increasing bone mass, strengthening the spine, reducing disease, increasing feelings of well-being, reducing stress hormones , improve attitudes and performance and improve social skills. For child development, recreational areas help in learning, can keep children off the streets and improve their confidence. Studies confirm that physical activity can help children’s learning process. Sports activities enhance the development of large motor skills and social skills. Adult leaders provide positive role models for children. Group sports are well known for promoting social support, networking, and friendship development.
As if all of the above weren’t enough to encourage support for leisure and recreational activities, consider the following additional benefits:
Stress management: Mild stress from leisure activity can reduce overall negative stress by contributing to relaxation.
Self-esteem: Especially in children and the elderly, mild exercise, group activities, and hobbies and crafts will help create a positive self-image.
Developing a positive lifestyle: contributing to society, social interaction, developing leaders, being part of organized sports – all of this encourages good activities for life.
Personal satisfaction: any creative outlet will enhance personal satisfaction. Being a part of leadership offers self-satisfaction, and those who work in recreation areas can take pride in keeping these areas vital and available to others.
Quality of life: fresh air, sunshine, social interaction, health benefits and self-esteem will improve the quality of life.
Preventive Health: Regular exercise, the physiological benefits of gentle exercise, and stress reduction are facilitated by having recreational and leisure activities available.
Given that the future appears to be heading toward a shorter work week and more overtime, it would be wise to support leisure and recreation venues and venues, and it would benefit everyone involved.