Competitive video games tournaments or eSports may not require the amount of physical exertion typically seen in traditional sporting activities. However, its growing popularity has given rise to discussions on whether it should qualify as a real sport.
What is Esports?
Esports is essentially competitive video gaming at the professional level.
By most definitions, sports means physical activities that through casual or organized participation helps to improve mental and physical well-being. The players also form social relationships or obtain results from competing in sports.
Esports meet all but one of the criteria, while enthusiasts argue that Esports participants are physically engaged in other ways and experience some level of physiological stress not unlike the traditional athletes.
This is perhaps one of the main reasons why people love watching Esports, the same as why football and basketball shows are popular.
The League of Legends and Intel Extreme Masters are among the most high-profile Esports competitions that draw a huge audience from all walks of life.
Benefits of Video Games
Professional video games is a highly skillful game combining coordination and concentration. Although long hours of video gaming is not encouraged, video games can help players to improve hand-eye-coordination and reaction time.
How to be an Esports Player
It is important to have the right motivation for playing Esports, rather than just chasing after cash prizes and fame.
Here are a few tips for video games who aspire to be professional gamers:
- Pick the right game, whether a well-established game or an up-and-coming one that may offer more opportunities for the player. Most importantly, pick a game that you love playing.
- Gear up with the best equipment.
- Find a team. Improve your skills by playing against others in the scene.
- Join competitions and network with other players.
Game-life Balance
It is of the utmost importance for Pro gamers to balance their training and off-screen activities. Proper nutrition, social life and physical exercise are indispensable in their training regimen. A healthy lifestyle allows Esports players to stay motivated and extend their career shelf life.
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