Cricket has always been a favorite game in India. A huge percentage of young Indian boys dream of being a part of the Indian cricket team at some point of time in their life. Whether it is the world cup fever or the IPL craze, people are going gaga over these series of sport events. Specially, the IPL events have gotten more and more people interested in cricket than ever. However, the injuries related to cricket have also increased.
Cricket is often referred to as “The Game of 11 fools playing” and “11000 fools watching”. While critics will always have something to say, Cricket is definitely not a child’s play. Cricket is a game of twists, turns, falls, rises, catches, and runs. It is not a monotonous game with the same set of movements.
The cricketers have to face the pressure of performing well at different events. Hence, there is a great probability of every muscle, tendon or cartilage tearing or spraining. These sportsmen get injured many times and their neck, back, knee, wrist and ankle are some of the delicate parts that are likely to be affected. In such a scenario, the state of health of the cricketer can make it a matter of success or failure.
Sports medicine has gained popularity recently, and there are certified athletic trainers (ATC) who are highly skilled professionals specializing in health care of those engaging in physical activity (athletes). They are responsible for first-aid, rehab procedures and use of protective/supportive techniques for sportspersons. It is very important to take good care of the health of sportsmen to keep the enthusiasm bubbling in their fans.
Being a critic who cannot see anything good in anyone is easy. Being a fan who just has to cheer up for their favorite sportsmen playing on the playground is easy. But, being a sportsman who actually uses all the muscles, ligaments and tendons of his body to ensure that the best performance is doled out for his country’s pride is no mean task.
Sportsmen are a pride of our country. Whether you like cricket or not, it is worth knowing that moving your body is as brainy as thing as experimenting in the lab. The only difference is that the tools you need in the lab are flask, burner and test tubes, whereas on the playground, you need real skills in moving and maneuvering not just your hands and legs but your entire body, in order to make your goal in the most efficient way.
A sportsman’s eyes should be as sharp as an eagle to hunt down the competitor, which means making them lose the game. Only a person with sturdy and flexible body is an ideal candidate for being a sportsperson. You need to be an effective game planner and strategist to win the game. You need to have both the “Burning desire to win” and the “Spirit of sportsmanship” when you have lost the game.
So, let’s wait in anticipation of tomorrow’s cricket match to cheer up for our nation and hope it defeats the opponent with great energy and elan! Have you already stored your popcorn and potato chips?
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