Is it better to be good at academics or at athletics?

 

Would you rather be better at academics or athletics? This question’s answer depends on each individual person. The person’s goals, interests, and priorities come into play when debating this topic. Both options have many advantages and offer opportunities in careers and personal growth. While academics can further your education and possible high-paying careers, athletics can further a future of professional sports. But, it is important to understand that a balance between the two is a main contribution to a well-rounded life.

 

There are many advantages to being stronger at academics than athletics. Excelling in academics can set you up for a solid foundation in the workforce. It opens up doors to a higher education, scholarships, and other opportunities. Pursuing a life of academics can encourage you to contribute to society in a meaningful way and continues to make you more knowledgeable about the world around you.

 

On the other hand, being better in the athletic field can have its own advantages. It increases your physical health, which is important in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and reducing possible diseases. Being more athletic can open up many opportunities for a professional career in sports. Athletes can get good financial rewards and many other perks, while doing something they love

 

In my opinion, I would rather be stronger in academics versus being stronger in athletics. I believe that being smarter would further me for my future aspirations. I'm not exactly sure what I want to do as a career, but I do know that being better in academics would definitely give me an advantage for my future. This is a very subjective topic and could go both ways depending on the person and what they want for themselves.

 

Would you rather be more athletic or more academically strong? Why?

 

Are you planning for your future to be more involved in athletics or academics?

 

Do you think its better to be smarter or sportier?

 

Sources

https://sportsmedicineweekly.com/sports/the-positive-impact-of-sport-on-education/

https://www.crayonskills.com/sports-vs-academics/#:

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  • I if could only pick academic of athletic, I would pick academic. i believe that there are more benifits that come with academic than athletic. For instance, with my eduction, i would be able to help people through my job or business. And, I might make more money than the athletes. yes, if they are really good they make a lot of money, but there are only so many good people. but in a job, you don't have to be the best to make a lot of money. I am planning my future for an education, and not sports.

  • Id rather be smart so I can go to college and get a nice paying job.I'm planning to be more involved in academics its better to be smarter then strong.

  • As of right now, I would rather be more athletic. I really enjoy playing sports but I do believe you have to be somewhat academically smart in order to be playing a sport. In the future, I am probably going to be more involved in academics, so while I am in highschool I want to be more into sports while I can. 

    • I agree, both of them can be benefitical in many ways. It is important to pursue the things you enjoy while you still can, before you go into the real world.

  • I would rather be more athletic because were I am headed in life requires more athletic abilities before you can get to the academics; however, I do believe that it is better to be smart that athletic.

    • That makes sense, since you are going into a more athletic career, you would want to be better in athletics. While someone who is going into an academic career would want to better in academics. A good mix of both would be ideal for everyone.

  • More stronger in academics because you can get better job offers, a sport only lasts for so long before you retire. I might be involved in both of them to go into a career for broadcasting a game or something. It's better to be smarter so you can pass all your classes.

  • For this topic, I would side with being academically inclined. Academics is something that you will use a lot throughout your life and even after you get out of school. Though athletics are important to maintain a healthy and steady life, you can use your extra time to contribute to an activity keeping both your mind and body engaged in activities. I think my future will be pretty heavy with the academics part of this argument. 

    • I agree, you have to use uour academic knowledge a lot more than your athletic knowledge on an everyday basis, even when you are out of school.

  • I would rather be more academically strong because in my opinion being smarter is always going to get you farther in life. If you're super smart and you get good grades you're most likely to have a bright future. I have no idea what my future holds, but If I had to guess it would involve more academics than athletics. 

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