What do you mean by Recreation?

What do you mean by Recreation ?

Recreation :
(i) It is an activity for pleasure and satisfaction to an individual. It refreshes one’s mind and body after work.
(ii) Recreational activities reduces the monotony and make a person alert.
(iii) Absence of these activities can lead to laziness, boredom, stress or tension.
(iv) Recreation through sports provides an opportunity for socialization, stimulation, cooperation which leads to some kind of strength and confidence in an individual.