16. Explain the importance of games and sports for the development of fitness.

Answer: Importance of games and sports for the development of fitness :(1) Exercise has a special significance in an individual's life.
(2) It maintains one's fitness level due to which his working capacity increases.
(3) Regular participation in games and sports keeps the individual physically fit, mentally alert,
socially strong and emotionally balanced.
(4) Games and sports are the best outcome of social values like emotional release, group cohesion,
coordination among team members, feeling for each other and cooperation.
(5) sports provide better health, better technique, better education, better leisure time and prevents
injuries.
(6) It improves the functioning of circulatory, digestive, respiratory and excretory systems which
results in better muscular coordination.
(7) Regular participation in games and sports helps to maintain the posture and prevents obesity.