Top 10 Health Benefits of Playing Football

Written by Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman, MD
Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Jul 07, 2018

Last Updated on Jul 07, 2018

Football or Soccer - Whatever Name, it's a Fun Way to Spend Time

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As the saying goes - What's in a name? Whether you call it soccer like the Americans do or refer to it as football it offers the same untold health benefits and is a fun-filled sport for all ages. It is most popular in Europe and South American countries and is in fact the national sport of Brazil.

The sport can be played with twenty two players in any open space of any age or skill level.

What better time to begin than now with the FIFA World Cup Football in Russia going on in full swing. Get a ball and kick off to a fit and healthy start

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Top 10 Health Benefits of Playing Football - Slideshow

Football or Soccer - Whatever Name, it's a Fun Way to Spend Time

Football or Soccer - Whatever Name, it's a Fun Way to Spend Time

Improves Heart Health and Aerobic Capacity

Building Stronger Muscles While Burning Fat and Calories

Healthier and Stronger Bones

Smoother and Better Coordination of Movements

Improves Concentration and Brain Function

Confidence Building, Mood Enhancer and Reduces Anxiety

Football Promotes Team Work and Spirit and Teaches Sharing

Football Offers Relief from Stress and Boredom

Let Family Time Be Soccer Time

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