Not only is tennis one of the most enjoyable sports to play in the UK, but there are also many physical benefits of playing the game. The benefits of the game are been enjoyed by more and more people and there are a range of initiatives available that encourage people to play tennis.
The body feels fitter with regular exercise, and because of the energetic nature of tennis, it is better than most sports. During a point, there are many short, sharp bursts that are fantastic for improving anaerobic fitness. Speed and acceleration is also enhanced with many short sprints to the net or to the back of the court to reach the ball.
Muscle strength is increased when people play tennis, although many people also love the competitive nature of the game. There are many starts and stops throughout every point in a game, which will improve leg muscles such as the calves, groins and hamstrings.
You don’t have to be an expert to have a go at playing tennis. No matter what your level of experience is, there are many opportunities to have a go at playing the game. From people who have never picked up a racket before to older people who have not played the game for years, the LTA’s allplay initiative aims to encourage more people to play tennis. It allows people to find out where their nearest tennis court is, as well as helping people find other players to play against of a similar standard.
Calories will soon be burnt off, fitness will improve dramatically and muscles will be strengthened and toned because of the demanding nature of tennis. No matter which variation of the sport is being played, the best thing about the game though is how much fun it can be.