We usually associate the Olympic games with athletes in perfect physical condition at the top of their game. However sport is important for all sports of people for all sports of reasons. Medical research has shown that participating regularly in competitive sport can improve your physical and psychological well-being it helps build self-confidence and improves your ability to co-operate with others it also builds physical strength and stamina. Athletics meetings for sportspeople at all levels promote healthy competition and the desire to excel this is also good for motivation and self –esteem.