~ 210 ~ International Journal of Physical Education, Sports and Health 2017; 4(2): 210-212 P-ISSN: 2394-1685 E-ISSN: 2394-1693 Impact Factor (ISRA): 5.38 IJPESH 2017; 4(2): 210-212 © 2017 IJPESH www.kheljournal.com Received: 11-01-2017 Accepted: 12-02-2017 Ms. Pooja Mistry Research Scholars, Dept. of Extension and Communication, Faculty of Family and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujrat India Ms. Vrunal Vasulkar Research Scholars, Dept. of Extension and Communication, Faculty of Family and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujrat, India Ms. Sarika Patel Research Scholars, Dept. of Extension and Communication, Faculty of Family and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujrat, India Correspondence Ms. Pooja Mistry Research Scholars, Dept. of Extension and Communication, Faculty of Family and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujrat, India Recreation and benefits in the life of people Ms. Pooja Mistry, Ms. Vrunal Vasulkar and Ms. Sarika Patel Abstract Recreation provision is something of a paradox. Participating in recreational activities offers many physical, mental and social benefits. Youth is highest in population and stressed and suicide case also more in youth for that reason youth has to take part in recreational activity like, Sports, Music, and Drawing etc. Youth who participate in recreational activities may experience reduced obesity, reduced depression and stress as well as increased stewardship and volunteerism. Recreation promotes a spirit of fun and personal growth, health and fitness, achievement in school and colleges, social development, and community involvement. Recreation is about activities and experiences which produce feeling of enjoyment and satisfaction. They give all of us opportunities to express creativity, achieve and master new skills. Recreational activities through on may develop social skills, physical aptitude and increase motivation as these activities can provide the basis for increased self-confidence in youth. Participation in recreation and leisure activities also allow individuals with autism to learn different skills specific to a particular sport or any other activity. Therefore, recreational activities are very important in life of youth. Keywords: Physical, Mental, Social, Stressed, Growth, Health, and Fitness 1. Introduction 1.1 Recreation or leisure Leisure is free time available to the individual when the disciplines of work, sleep and other basic needs have been met. It is time which can be used in ways determined by the individual’s own discretion. Basic needs include essential cooking, shopping, housework, childcare and hygiene. Tribe (2005) adds that recreational pursuits include home-based activities such as reading and Watching television, and those outside the home including sports, theatre, cinema and tourism.  Freedom or spare time provided by the cessation of activities;  Free time as a result of temporary exemption from work or duties;  A time at one's own command that is free of engagements or responsibilitie In the 1950s and 1960s, activities such as horseback trail riding, skiing, and taking a day hike were among some of the popular choices among outdoor enthusiasts. While these are still enjoyed, people have been leaning toward less vigorous physical activities since that time, Yet incorporating physical activity into your leisure and recreation activities is an ideal way to fit more exercise into your schedule -- as well as address your mental wellness. 1.2 Youth Youth is best understood as a period of transition from the dependence of childhood to adulthood’s independence. That’s why, as a category, youth is more fluid than other fixed age - groups. Yet, age is the easiest way to define this group, particularly in relation to education and employment, because ‘youth’ is often referred to a person between the ages of leaving compulsory education, and finding their first job Youngsters in the 15-29 years age group accounted for the highest rate of suicide per 100,000 population in India during 2012, according to a World Health Organization (WHO) report published recently. The report also found India registering the highest estimated number of suicides in the world in 2012. According to the report, 258,075 people committed suicide in India in 2012. Out of this, 99,977 were women and 158,098 were men. In the age group of 15-29 years, the suicide rate was 35.5 per 100,000 during the year, whereas people between 30-49 years 28 persons out of