Inspired by the grass court season? With its unique challenges, exciting matches and beautiful settings, it’s the perfect inspiration to start your tennis game!

Whether you’re a seasoned player or beginner, tennis is the perfect way to keep fit, have fun – but also get those competitive juices flowing. With the grass court season in full swing, now’s the perfect time to take to your local courts. Here are 10 reasons to keep you playing year-round.

1. Cardiovascular Fitness
Tennis is a sport fuelled with high-energy, that gets your body moving and your heart rate up. Constant quick movements strengthen your heart and enhance your cardiovascular health. We recommend a game of cardio-tennis if you haven’t yet tried it yet – plus it can burn around 600-800 calories per hour-long session.

2. Full Body Workout
Tennis is an excellent way to exercise all of your muscle groups. Engaging your legs, arms, core and back provides a comprehensive full body workout while having fun.

3. Stamina
Whether you’re playing doubles, singles or on your own using a rebound wall, tennis is a fast-paced and adrenaline-filled sport. Regular games will help you improve your stamina and level of fitness.

4. Agility & Coordination
From dropshots to backhands, each shot requires precise hand-eye coordination and quick reflexes. These skills are just as beneficial off court as they are on, enhancing your overall physical dexterity.

5. Stress Relief
Tennis is more than just a competitive and enjoyable sport, it’s a powerful tool to reduce stress and tension, as well as releasing endorphins – your natural mood lifters.

6. Muscle Tone
Engaging various muscle groups and repeatedly performing a diverse range of movements helps to build tone and strength.

7. Resilience
For the competitive player, resilience and problem solving is a huge part of the game. Building a strong mindset is key to allowing you to think, plan and not freeze up if you miss a point.

8. Team Spirit
Tennis is often played in pairs or groups, providing ample opportunities for social engagement and interaction. Building friendships and connections through courses, coaching or club life can enhance emotional well-being.

9. Flexibility
Twisting, turning, and returning an ace involves a range of movements and promotes increased flexibility. We recommend you always stretch regularly before and after a game to reduce the risk of injury.

10. Quick Thinking
Tennis requires a high level of focus and concentration – working out where the oncoming ball is going to land – perfect for your hand-eye coordination. Tennis encompasses so many different aspects, from physical, technical and mental ability, but most importantly it’s fun, and it’s a sport you can play for life!

So, lace up your tennis shoes, grab your racket, take advantage of courts local to you and experience all the health benefits tennis has to offer. Your mind and body will thank you for it!