Research has proven that there is a link between sports and academic performance. Moreover, they directly correlate positively: the more time a student gets to play a sport, the better he performs at school. Sport is a great way to manage stress. Exercise and physical activities help your body to release endorphins. This is the chemical found in your brain that is responsible for relieving pain and stress. The stress hormones, adrenaline, and cortisol are also controlled. Studies claim that a 20-30 minute exercise session every day can make people feel more at peace and calmer. Doing so in the early morning is even more beneficial. For students, sports can help improve their short-term health and have long-term mental health effects. Engaging in any kind of sports you love can help improve your mood, help you concentrate better, and even sleep better at night. Long-term benefits include helping in fighting different types of addictions, preventing depression, and improving self-esteem levels.