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Published on May 26, 2024 at 7:40 a.m. See my news Follow News
The athletes of the Roland-Garros tournament, the first round of which begins this Sunday, May 26, 2024, will certainly have many opportunities to show it: sprints, endurance, velocity, jumps… tennis calls on many technical and physical qualities. Without forgetting the psychological springs that he can activate.
To the point of motivating us to get started (again)?
Tennis, an asset for our health
Played regularly, tennis is indeed a real asset for our health. For at least four reasons:
- It boosts our cardiovascular system: tennis requires both physical preparation based on endurance (running, etc.) and sprints at higher intensity, if only to get a drop shot just behind the net… is therefore complete for strengthening our heart pump and strengthening our blood vessels;
- It reduces our fat levels! Its practice is associated with an increase in LDL cholesterol, in other words, good cholesterol. This is a major asset for both keeping in shape and preventing lipid abnormalities which give rise to cardiovascular diseases;
- It strengthens our bones. Or in any case, it makes it possible to fight effectively against the loss of bone density, which is inevitable with age. A South African study showed that the hip and lower back were more strengthened in tennis players, compared to a control group. “Its practice is linked to a healthier bone structure,” concluded the authors in question. For women and men alike, regardless of age!
- It maintains mental health! Between constantly following the ball, analyzing the opponent’s game and adapting strategies to win points, tennis requires important qualities of concentration and reflection. A good point for our cognitive abilities!
L’option padel
Do you want to get back into tennis in your forties or fifties? Before aiming for Roland-Garros (in your dreams), first consult your doctor, especially if you are coming out of a period of sedentary lifestyle. He will closely examine your heart health as well as your joints.
Note that to protect the latter, the fell is also an excellent option.
Played in doubles, on a smaller surface than tennis, it requires less movement. It is therefore less traumatic for the ankles, knees and hips. What to be tempted?
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2024-05-26 05:40:01
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