Tennis is Healthy
The promotion of the health benefits of tennis and ‘tennis as a sport for all’ are an important focus of Tennis Play and Stay. Research into the physiological demands of recreational tennis has been initiated, and results will be published by the ITF soon.
Some nations have also developed tennis fitness programmes. Perhaps most notable is Cardio Tennis, although other examples are also shown in this section of the website.
“34 reasons to play tennis”
http://uspta.com/html/StandardHealthPoster.pdf
“Health Booklet”
http://uspta.com/html/HealthBooklet.pdf
Download PDF versions of these documents by clicking on the images below.
WHAT IS CARDIO TENNIS?
Cardio Tennis is a new, fun group activity featuring drills to give players of all abilities an ultimate, high energy workout. Taught by a teaching professional, Cardio Tennis includes a warm-up, cardio workout, and cool down phases. If you are looking for a great new way to get in shape and to burn calories, you must try Cardio Tennis.
There are programs and drills geared for existing players to get a great cardio workout while improving skill.
If you are a beginner, there are locations with specific programs for you. Cardio Tennis is more fun than working out in a gym or other forms of exercise.
Go to the Cardio Tennis website by clicking here.
Slam'n'Sweat
Slam'n'Sweat is a new, fun group activity featuring play based drills to give players of all abilities a high intensity workout.
Delivered by a qualified coach, Slam’n’Sweat is a great way to improve your tennis, as you hit a lot of balls in the action-packed sessions.
You don’t need to be great player - all standards and fitness levels are catered for with graded sessions. Players take part in a series of Slam’n’Sweat drills with names like Grand Slam, Champion & Offence-Defense. You can come each week, or when it suits you.
Slam’n’Sweat is tennis on the run. No waiting around, no picking up balls after every point…. It’s all over in one hour—perfect for today’s busy lifestyle.
Go to the Slamnsweat website by clicking here.
PARTICIPATION INITIATIVES - Fitzwilliam L.T.C. - July 7th 2007.
ATTRACTING NEW PLAYERS –“So What Is So Great About Tennis?”
Peter Farrell - Leinster Development Officer.
PHYSICALLY, PLAYING TENNIS DEVELOPS YOUR: aerobic fitness, speed, leg strength, gross and fine motor control, agility, dynamic balance, coordination and flexibility.
PSYCHOLOGICALLY, PLAYING TENNIS DEVELOPS YOUR ABILITIES TO: manage mistakes and adversity, solve problems, plan strategically, work as part of a team, win and lose graciously, accept responsibility.