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The real scars of Korean gaming
In South Korea, e-sports stars are adored celebrities. Dave Lee gets up close to learn about the real impact of pro-gaming.
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Wait what? I work at a computer a lot, does it make me an athlete?
Haha. I guess we can call them athletes in that they compete at a professional level and wrack their brains, and there is at least a basic physical element to it. They train like crazy, as well.
It's definitely more of a loose definition but I give them props for their hard work. Maybe in a similar vein would be mathletes, competing chefs, etc.
I guess it does make sense, they are exercising the crap out of a certain part of their body.
I have a mild case of carpal tunnel, soo injuries do happen!