Are you ready for pickleball, the fast-growing sport drawing in many adults? This sport is enticing for many, especially aging adults. It takes tennis, shrinks the court, and is played with a partner. This means a fast-paced activity that does not require the speed or stamina to cover the ground of tennis. It is an engaging sport enjoyed with friends.

A huge benefit of pickleball for aging adults is that many with joint replacements are still able to play. That’s right. Even if you have a (knee or hip) joint replacement, it is still possible to enjoy this sport. The small court reduces the movement required thus making it a viable activity for those who thought they could never participate in sports (again). All that is required is a few steps in any direction and a little hand-eye coordination.

All that said, are you ready for pickleball?

Are you dealing with any joint aches or pains that might impact your ability to play? If so, then it would be wise to get them looked at and addressed. Be it some knee, hip, shoulder, or back aches – having a physical therapist work with you to solve your concerns is wise. Not only can you address current concerns, but you can learn exercises to improve total body strength, flexibility, and balance. Additionally, you can learn valuable injury prevention techniques and/or exercises.

Should you not be dealing with any specific injuries but would like to improve your overall health and fitness, working with a personal trainer can be useful. These folks can develop programs to improve your strength, power, and stamina…all elements beneficial for playing this sport.

If you have questions or concerns about an injury or what might be your best option to prepare to play pickleball then CLICK THIS LINK to get your questions answered.

Are you ready to enjoy this fast growing sport?