ATP sent out a press release today announcing that they have partnered with Sporting Chance and Headspace to support the mental health and wellbeing of its player members and staff. The new ATP mental health initiatives and partnerships have different focuses. It is nice to see more connections between mental health and sports, and it is a timely venture in fragile times like these. Sporting Chance is a leading mental health provider working exclusively with professional and elite sports participants to give them a safe and confidential space to discuss emotional wellbeing and mental health. ATP Player members will be …
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The negative effect of stress If I’m out of balance, I look at the very basics; am I eating correctly, sleeping enough, spending time outdoors, exercising enough? If I can tick off those basic daily needs, then I check my stress levels. I’m not often stressed, and I always make it a point to put time aside in between everything I do so that I know that there’s time to recharge. But sometimes stress comes from worrying or over-thinking, and that’s another type of stress compared to busy weekdays, work and chores – but stress nonetheless. (It comes in three forms: physical, …
Each day you’re faced with three options; keep going as you are, make a drastic change, or fine-tune yourself. I find myself at the last option – tweak and fine-tune. There’s no need to make drastic changes, but I also don’t want to feel the same. Don’t want to be static. Here are some ideas if you’re looking to up your game a bit, all relating to holistic health and well-being. Sleep Sleep. If you’re used to sleeping like a baby and not paying much attention to your sleep pattern, maybe sleep is not on the list of things you …
Everyone who is even barely familiar with the world of tennis knows who Roger Federer is. But few know how to eat and exercise like Roger Federer. Roger Federer is known for his classic style, powerful shots, a one-handed backhand and his ability to make a comeback. Although he is a proud owner of about 20 grand slam titles he has not experienced any major injuries, and that surely says something about his routine. Maybe good genetics has played a part here, but it is not the core reason for his triumphs. Although Federer is undoubtedly a natural athlete, he …
My friends at Members Tennis Fitness have created a Tennis Fitness Program for home-usage. This is very timely and something I will start doing. Many of us can’t access tennis courts or gyms at the moment and staying in shape has become more of a challenge. I go for a lot of walks, but I also want something that keeps the muscles moving since I don’t have a home gym or lots of equipment. Luckily, my friends at Members Tennis Fitness have created a tennis program for home-usage that I will start working with straight away. They call it the …
We are living in a weird time right now with many people staying home due to the Coronavirus. But you can work on your tennis fitness from home. I base this post on info from my friends at Martin Method Tennis Fitness. They create some excellent fitness programs for tennis players. Working on your fitness and footwork can have a huge impact on your game and also help you stay injury-free. They recently published a post on their blog about a tennis fitness workout for home and one on wrist injuries which I think is worth a read if you have …
Various Health Benefits Of Tennis The health benefits of playing tennis are often undiscussed versus other traditional activities like swimming, cycling, and running. However, many people do not realize that playing tennis for an hour can burn around 600 calories. Thus, this is an effective exercise like cycling and jogging. Moreover, tennis can challenge your mind and body. The tactical aspect of the game makes your mind occupied. Meanwhile, your body gets a good workout. Your short term goal of reaching that yellow ball will provide you with rewards and limitless challenges in the end. In this article, we will …
Tennis is one of the most beloved sports around the world. And it is great for your health. This is why tennis is a great activity post-retirement. If you’re one of the many people that enjoy watching or playing tennis and aren’t afraid to put down a bet or two on a game, then you can click here for an interesting online casino experience. One of the things we often forget about tennis though is how many older adults enjoy it. Many of them have been practicing it since youth and want to share their love of it with their …
At first, it seems like saying tennis is a mental game is a fallacy. There’s no doubt that tennis is a physical sport, but mental strength is key. Yes, tennis is a mental game, and intensely so. At the top level, or whenever the competition is evenly matched, it’s psychology and mental strength that can make all the difference. You obviously won’t get very far without a decent serve and nimble return. Gear is also important, as is improving fitness levels. Sports stars and athletes often talk about ‘peak performance’. This is not a mystical state. It simply describes a …
Several sports serve as great exercise and tennis is one of them as the players are always in constant motion. Here are a couple of reasons why playing tennis is beneficial. Tennis involves the physical, mental and emotional just like any other sport. To be a good tennis player, developing a positive mindset is very important. Playing tennis aids in putting people in good shape and stimulating someone’s brains in a manner no other sports can. Most tennis players are mentally strong. Constantly playing tennis will aid in strengthening the mind not just when it comes to playing tennis but …