Balancing Work and Life: Health Notes from eSports Vice President Cody
In recent years, the eSports industry has been thriving. Not only did the International Olympic Committee agree in 2017 to recognize eSports as a "sport," but it was also included as a competitive event for the first time in the 2022 Asian Games. Cody Chen Bo-Shou, the Vice President of the eSports Association, has successfully uncovered the commercial value of the eSports industry and created a grand stage for it. Besides his love for gaming, Cody is also passionate about extreme sports and board sports. Let's take a look at his other side.
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In addition to gaming, Cody enjoys surfing, skateboarding, skiing, and cycling. Cody shared that he severely injured his ankle, and his doctor advised him to avoid high-impact sports that require jumping. Talking about surfing, Cody is full of passion: "Because it's so difficult to master, it's really exciting when I finally catch a wave, and every wave is different, which makes it really fun." He also joked, "Surfing is actually quite similar to gaming—it requires a lot of focus, and the outcome can be decided in just a fraction of a second. Plus, it’s great for your health."
Aside from surfing, cycling is also one of his favorite sports. He currently cycles 100-200 kilometers a week and plans to cycle in Hokkaido this June. However, Cody shared that he once had trouble with wet cycling shoes: "When it rains, having wet shoes is very uncomfortable, and many people use shoe covers, but that makes it feel very stuffy." When talking about waterproof sprays, Cody recommended the new KeLing spray, saying, "KeLing doesn’t affect the breathability of the shoes when sprayed on the surface, and the effect lasts for 180 days. You can even use it to refresh the waterproof functionality of your GORE-TEX shoes."
Long hours of cycling can also lead to muscle soreness. To handle his body aches, Cody usually soaks in hot springs or takes BCAA amino acid supplements to help with recovery. Cody shared, "Now, whenever I go skiing or cycling, I always carry them with me." Additionally, he uses the BtNPN Plant Nano Patch to help relieve muscle soreness.
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Regarding his experience using the BtNPN Plant Nano Patch, Cody said: "The turmeric patch has a very natural scent, unlike the typical strong-smelling medicinal patches, and it's not too irritating. Some patches make you feel stuffy after wearing them for a while, but this one doesn’t cause itching or heat even after wearing it for a long time, and the edges don’t peel up—it fits really well." In terms of its effectiveness, Cody also believes that the BtNPN Plant Nano Patch is very helpful in relieving fatigue.
When asked how he balances work and life in his busy schedule and about the difficulties, Cody said, "My family may outwardly support me in the eSports industry, but they still think I’m not pursuing a 'proper' career. That’s why I want to create this platform for dreams so that capable people can shine." Talking about internet trolls, Cody analyzed, "eSports grew out of social media platforms, so there are a lot of trolls in the audience. They’re especially prevalent in this industry." Cody added, "Actually, it's a good thing when people discuss things. But when I encounter trolls, I think, 'If you take it seriously, you’ve already lost!' Many trolls just want to annoy you, so there's no need to take it too seriously."
Looking ahead, Cody hopes that the eSports industry will grow even more and help more players, coaches, and staff, making the industry structure more complete. As for his own future, Cody laughed and said, "I hope I can travel the world, cycling and surfing, enjoying the scenery and challenges in different places."
Finally, Cody shared his attitude towards life: "Life is about facing challenges. Failure is inevitable—it’s a life experience. Living a peaceful life is boring!" Reflecting on past career failures and the setbacks of starting over, each challenge has not discouraged him, but rather made him more determined to pursue his dreams. He successfully created a stage for eSports players and contributed to the development of the eSports industry.
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