No. You have a much better shot at being successful by merely working hard academically with average intelligence than working hard athletically with average athletic talent.

Not to mention the numerous residual advantages that come with being curious. Physical fitness is important for overall health, but not for any kind of career.

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Posted by RogerTheShrubber

Juneau, AK

Member since Jan 2009

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Posted on 5/27/16 at 4:50 pm to mattz1122

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No. You have a much better shot at being successful by merely working hard academically with average intelligence than working hard athletically with average athletic talent.

Not to mention the numerous residual advantages that come with being curious. Physical fitness is important for overall health, but not for any kind of career.

I think pushing a kid any direction is counterproductive. They'll do what they want to do. I certainly hold and have held mine accountable for anything they are involved with but never have or will forcefully push them in a specific direction

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Posted by EA6B

Member since Dec 2012

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Posted on 5/27/16 at 7:46 pm to mattz1122

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No. You have a much better shot at being successful by merely working hard academically with average intelligence than working hard athletically with average athletic talent.

It is almost impossible to be successful academically while playing college football, I quit after one season so I could have a chance to make decent grades and pursue a career that could last most of my life. It seems like every other car salesman in Houston is a former college football player with a degree in physical education, there is a reason for that.

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