Health & Fitness
"Tennis—the sport for a lifetime.” You've likely heard that phrase before, but did you know that tennis also can be the sport for a longer lifetime?
For instance, a study by Johns Hopkins Medical Institute in 2003 showed a significantly lower instance of cardiovascular disease in those who play tennis regularly versus those who didn’t play tennis. Tennis can help you lose weight and stay in shape. For a 150-pound person, an hour of doubles will burn about 300 calories, while singles will burn about 450 calories.
But it gets even better: Search for a tennis facility that offers Cardio Tennis, and you can easily double those calorie-burning figures, and you’ll have fun and help your game, too! Cardio Tennis, which is now offered for both adults and kids, fights obesity and keeps you active and in shape
Research has shown that for frequent players, "exercise" is the second biggest reason to play tennis, behind "fun." And for women and players in the 50 & over age group, exercise is the biggest reason to play. Tennis also keeps you mentally sharp—so it’s good for body and mind.
Playing tennis doesn’t just add years to your life, it will add life to your years.
Check out these links to learn about the health benefits of playing tennis:
