The experts already warn: the sedentary lifestyle it is an epidemic of the 21st century that affects a large part of society.
This issue is not minor: sedentary lifestyle is one of the main factors of premature death worldwide because it increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, dementia or diabetes.
Specifically and according to the WHO, people with an insufficient level of physical activity have a risk of death between 20% and 30% higher compared to people who achieve a sufficient level of physical activity.
But… what is meant by sedentary lifestyle? is the lack of regular physical activity. A person is considered to be sedentary when their weekly spending on physical activity does not exceed 2000 calories. Also, watch out, when you only exercise once a week.
Beware of lowering the guard
As we said, a sedentary lifestyle is a real problem that we must fight against and that we should not take lightly.
And in this sense, education is very important so that future adults become aware of this problem.
That’s why we should communicate to the little ones the importance of to do physical exercise and bring one healthy and active life. And a good way is to lead by example.
For this reason, in this article we bring you closer to the fundamentals and the equipment of various sports that you can practice with your children this summer on the beach.
We have already anticipated that the options are endless: badminton, tennis, beach volleyball, beach soccer, surfing, playing with a frisbee…
Badminton on the beach, why not?
The badminton it is a racket sport. It can be practiced by all kinds of people, without distinction of sex or age.
Players have to hit the shuttlecock with their rackets so that it crosses the court over the net and lands on the opponents’ court.
It is a game of continuous movement that enhances resistance, elasticity and rhythm changes. Of course, there is its version adapted to the seashore: beach badminton.
What is needed to play badminton?
The racket is the essential element. This usually weighs between 70 and 100 grams and a length of between 50 and 70 centimeters (it is very light).
Second, you need a steering wheel. It is the equivalent of the ball and reaches a weight of five grams. It is a conical object that has 16 feathers inserted around a hemispherical cork. They tend to be easily damaged when hit hard.
Thirdly, how could it be otherwise, it is necessary a network.
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It is set of badminton familiar is a excellent option to lead by example. Includes four solid, hardened-steel rackets (two for adults and two smaller ones for kids).
Its string is made of lawntex (0.8mm), and therefore very durable. As for the head and the shaft, they are connected by a high-quality, robust and closed piece (it cannot be bent).
This set also includes three flyers, game instructions, and a zippered bag with an adjustable shoulder strap.
Adjustable badminton net: Songmics
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This network of badminton It is adjustable in terms of height, so it is suitable for playing on the court as well as on the beach, park or lawn.
Specific, can be adjusted to 107 cm, 120 cm and 155 cm.
We recommend it for its materialswhich are of very high quality. Also because it presents very good stability and because it is very easy to mount and dismount.
The net, for its part, is made of polyethylene and, therefore, robust and durable.
Tennis, ideal for children and adults
Tennis is one of the most popular sports because it is a healthy way to exercise both the mind and the body, and it also has the advantage that it can be practiced in a group or individually.
The history of tennis dates back to XIX century.
It emerged on the European continent and in its early years it spread massively in the Anglo-Saxon countries, which is why it sometimes adopts the nickname of “white sport”.
It was institutionalized as a sport in 1926.
now it has democratizedbut before his exercise was reserved for the wealthiest classes.
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These rackets of junior tennis player They are ideal for the little ones due to their design (they have a smiley face drawn on their net), but not only.
And it is that these rackets are built for help to improve the mechanics and technique of hitting, and to achieve a greater probability of contact with the ball.
They are available in three different sizes (17, 19 and 21 inches) and are made of high quality aluminum.
Wilson, a trusted brand
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If we talk about tennis, Wilson has always been a trusted brand. That is why we have chosen it for this selection, and also for the reduced price of that pack of three tennis balls.
Son suitable for all types of surfaces (its bounce is optimal in any of them), unique size and optimal for both training and competition.
The net, also essential in tennis
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As it happens with badminton, it happens with tennis: the net is essential.
This is very versatile as fits various sportssuch as tennis, volleyball and also badminton, among others.
We recommend it for its ease of assembly and disassembly (it is installed in less than two minutes).
Beach volleyball, the summer sport
Beach volleyball is a very popular sport, especially in the summer months.
It is played on a sandy surface and the objective is pass the ball to the other side of the net trying that do not touch the ground in your field.
To win a beach volleyball match, a team must win two sets.
The first two sets of the match are played to 21 points and the team that wins them must do so with a difference of two points.
In the official game, each beach volleyball team is made up of only two players.
To play you need a net, and also a specific ball.
This is how a beach volleyball ball should be
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The outer surface of the ball volley beach must be material flexible and that do not absorb moisture.
It can be made of leather, and also synthetic, but above all it must have a rubber inner tube.
According to beach volleyball rules, the circumference of the ball should be between 66 and 68 centimeters.
As for the weight, it should range between 260 and 280 grams.
Beach soccer will delight lovers of the foot ball
Beach soccer is a form of soccer that is played on a smooth sand surface, between two teams of five players each.
The objective, as in the traditional ball-foot, is to score more goals than the opposing team.
It emerged in Brazil, more specifically on Leme beach in Rio de Janeiro, and has become a consolidated international sport.
Beach soccer softee ball
This ball is indicated to play in the sand or grass with family or friends.
Made of high quality materials and soft to the touch, it does not cause chafing and is very easy to clean.
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Surf, to enjoy the sea
Surfing consists of keeping your balance on a board dragged by a wave. All this for as long as possible and without falling into the water, so It greatly improves children’s coordination.
It is therefore a sport typical of the beach, which can be practiced as a family but, as is evident, it is not exempt from complications.
To practice it you need good reflexes and balancein addition to a good command of swimming and a great knowledge of the sea to be able to choose the best waves.
It arose three thousand years ago. Its origin is in Western Polynesia. The first surfers were fishermen who discovered that using a wooden board to catch the waves was a very efficient method of returning their prey to shore.
As for the father of modern surfing, he was the hawaiano prince Duke Kahanamokuwho in 1920 founded the first surf sports club in Waikiki.
A table with a lot of charm: Mulder Shapes
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Obviously, when we think of surfingan object automatically comes to mind: the table.
Because it is colorful and, in addition to being so, it is the cornerstone of what is known as the “sport of kings” (royalty practiced it as a recreational activity in the Hawaiian Islands).
We have selected this one from the Mulder Shapes brand, because it is a simple design table, very classic, with a premeditated air vintage that gives it a very special charm.
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It is made in polyester resina very strong and durable material that also largely justifies the financial outlay required.
We recommend it because it is very wide, which usually benefits those who do not yet have much experience (although it also performs perfectly in more complex maneuvers, so acquiring it will be a long-term investment).
