Many people think that too many kids are getting hurt in competitive sports such as football, hockey, baseball, cheer leading, etc. From my point of view, I will say that kids do get hurt, it's part of the sport. Injuries are going happen but there are ways that kids can be more safe to prevent these injuries. There are things already promoting this such as age and weight limits. Can you imagine in a game, a 45 year old against a 10 year old? Odds are 45 year old is going to win. That's why we have these limits, to keep the competition at a certain level and keep these kids safe. Another example in wrestling, there are weight limits that kids have to be in in order to compete. Certain precautions can help keep these kids safe in competitive sports. Also, children need to have a healthy diet. They need to have that extra boost of energy to make them perform better. Their muscles need to be in top shape which is where vitamins kick in. They help a child's' muscles grow more efficient. Eating the correct amount of fats, proteins, etc. can help an athlete avoid injury and help them perform and their greatest level.
Bibliography
TeensHealth. "Child Athletes Need a Healthy Diet." At Issue: Child Athletes. Ed. Christine Watkins. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2007. Opposing Viewpoints Resource Center. Gale. Alden High School. 9 June 2009
I agree accidents happen and injuries are unfortunate but they are appart of sports.
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