NounSingular recreation Plural recreations recreation (plural recreations)
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Related termsSynonymsFrom Wiktionary under the GNU Free Documentation License. Recreation or fun is the expenditure of time in a manner designed for therapeutic refreshment of one's body or mind. While leisure is more likely a form of entertainment or sleep, recreation is active for the participant but in a refreshing and diverting manner. As people in the world's wealthier regions lead increasingly sedentary life styles, the need for recreation has increased. The rise of so called active vacations exemplifies this. HealthA few individuals view recreation as largely non-productive, even trivial. Excessive recreation is not considered healthy, and may be labeled as escapism. However, research has shown that recreation contributes to satisfaction, and that the stress management aspects of it contribute to quality of life, health and wellness, happines, and that the use of recreation as a diversion may have clinical applications to individuals with chronic pain and other health impairments. In some cultures and religions, recreation is encouraged on certain days and discouraged on others. For example, in Judaism, Shabbat is a day for recreation, study, and relaxation; many Christian churches also have Sabbath. However, others interpret Sabbath to be a day of worship without self-absorbed recreation. Recreation is one (not the only) kind of stress management, or even stress creator. According to research cited in Time magazine, stress is a major factor in many of the leading causes of death in the United States. From Wikipedia under the
GNU Free Documentation License What were recreation, beliefs, and family relationships in New England in the 1690s? Q. What were some recreation, beliefs, and family relationships of people in the 1690s in New England? Also, what was the social structure? Please answer! Asked by Catieola - Tue Apr 21 09:51:49 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments What types of positive recreation is there? Q. My friends go out and party and all that kind of stuff...but i'm not really into it. what type of recreation is there that i can do that doesn't involve that? examples : church, horseback riding, stuff like that??? [ no drugs...no alcohol...nothing bad...and nothing that involves a "boyfriend" cause i don't want to date either ] Asked by miss georgia - Tue Feb 27 01:03:40 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. I would say hiking is one to consider, especially if you have places to do that nearby. It's good exercise and you can stop and eat, and there could be nice views depending on the trails. Answered by FM - Tue Feb 27 01:12:44 2007 does anyone know how you can apply for a job at Toronto Park and Recreation for landscaping job?
Q. I'm trying to get into the Toronto Parks and Recreation on landscaping and snow cleaning. I've also been trying to get into the toronto disctrict school board as a Caretaker. I've been applying and can't get anywhere. Can anyone out there help me? Asked by Debbie M - Wed Sep 12 08:02:03 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments A. Sweetheart, they are not hiring at all due to the budget fiasco imposed by the council... Landscaping employment opportunities may be open in the spring, depending on how things go...snow cleaning jobs will not be open. Read more on: But you did say something about caretaker positions...take heart and look up the open job opportunities: Good luck! Answered by Sissy - Wed Sep 12 12:18:29 2007 From Yahoo Answer Search: "recreation"  news.google.com The Saginaw News - MLive.com Rufus Bradley, pastor at New Life Baptist Church, 1401 Janes in Saginaw, said he hopes to build an outdoor recreation center near the site in 2010. ... and more » news.google.com Republican Eagle Colvill Aquatic Center is open daily through Aug. 16. Public swimming hours are noon to 7 pm Groups may reserve dates with Dave Borgen at (651) 385-4565. ... news.google.com 89.3 KPCC A national nonprofit has lauded several Southland cities for their kid-friendly recreation policies. kpcc's Adolfo Guzman-Lopez has the details. ... and more » From Google News Search: "recreation"  exploitz.com 427px x 640px | 120.00kB [source page] Curecanti National Recreation Area Pictures Previous Picture Next Picture Curecanti National Recreation Area picture 9 This photo is part of the Curecanti National Recreation Area photo collection Other photos in the collection  exploitz.com 427px x 640px | 70.50kB [source page] National Parks > Lake Chelan National Recreation Area Pictures Previous Picture Next Picture Lake Chelan National Recreation Area picture 1 This photo is part of the Lake Chelan National Recreation Area photo collection Other photos in the collection From Yahoo Image Search: "recreation"  the-recreation-and-sports-blog.blogspot.com (Mark Ian Jones) Sat, 11 Jul 2009 08:49:00 GM There has to be some form of . recreation. in your home that keeps you busy without sweating too much on physical and strenuous activities. You should try Wooden Marble Games. Its design is quite interesting where it allows about four ...  articlesnatch.com unknown hu, 09 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GM Just the idea of buying a car to travel, life is anywhere where you want something fantastic, and believe it or not, . recreational. vehicles are very well today. In this article we will explore some tips and tricks to help you live ...  coastalbroadcastingnews.blogspot.com Coastal Broadcasting News ue, 30 Jun 2009 12:56:00 GM Staff members from the Wildwood Crest . Recreation. Department and its Pier Playmates Day Camp were recently trained in the operation of an automated external defibrillator (AED) in advance of the camp's 2009 opening in late June. ... From Google Blog Search: "recreation" |
