Padel World Press .- Starting a new sport, from scratch, is always difficult. There are many people who do it with doubts, to simply try, by chance ... But they tend to prefer other disciplines that they already know and where they have an interesting level, especially because it is when you know (and win) when you have the best time. In that sense, it is not necessary to have a Bachelor's Degree and two Masters to understand paddle tennis. In fact, you don't even need a University Degree ...
You just have to know the peculiarities in terms of the serve, the use of the walls and little else; with which you add the tennis scoring system, it is enough. Anything is learned by repetition; also a sport and also the paddle. Do not despair because all the balls go to the wall or because you do not take the ones that fall to the corners. It is normal. It will be your turn to pass the agony to another. Be patient and play a lot
Reasons to play paddle tennis
Currently, most sports centers have paddle tennis courts and even in parks and outdoor areas you can find courts to rent by the hour. In turn, they have been created in recent years lots of clubs of paddle that offer classes and rental of courts. So for lack of places to play other than.
Paddle tennis is an affordable sport for anyone, from children to adults. Thanks to its simplicity of basic technique, you learn to play quickly. In addition, to start playing paddle tennis it is not necessary to have a physical state of scandal. Even the biggest fan of the 'sillonball' will see that they can play a game with dignity without being destroyed and will be left wanting more.
Playing paddle tennis helps you get fit now improve your physical condition. It is a mainly aerobic sport, in which the body is trained as a whole. It allows you to burn calories and tone muscles, activates the cardiorespiratory system and helps improve agility, coordination and reflexes.
As in all sports, paying attention to the material necessary to practice it is key and the more equipped we are, the better. But to start flirting with the paddle you only need comfortable clothes and get a shovel… You can find some at a great price.
Paddle tennis is a very grateful sport. Knowing and applying the basic rules, and playing often, you will soon notice the evolution in your game. That is something that excites anyone and encourages them to want to continue practicing it to improve their level.
When you have been playing paddleball for a while, it starts to sting the little bug of want to compete against others different players than those you deal with as a general rule. The advantage is that there are many paddle tennis tournaments for amateurs organized by clubs where you can sign up and experience the intensity of the competition… In addition to learning from other players and enjoying the experience of feeling like a true professional !!
The importance of the physical
Put in contact with a physio and physical trainer, both point out aspects to take into account. Like any other sports specialty, paddle tennis carries a series of benefits that affect our health. "Apart from those general to sport, such as muscle toning or even weight loss, we have to take into account that practicing it favors our sociability, it is a very fun sport and helps us release energy, adrenaline". As if that weren't enough, "paddle tennis is very good for working on hand-eye coordination, moving around ... In that sense, it is a very complete sport."
In parallel, as a physical activity, padel also carries some risks of injury, such as ankle sprains, fiber breaks or epincondilitis, also known as tennis elbow. "Although it is not a sport with a great physical demand, it exists, so there has to be a prior preparation." It is important that "it is not our only physical activity. It would be advisable that we prepare minimally before, just walk a bit, for example. With a little preparation we should not have any problems. "
As in any other activity, when starting you have to bear in mind that “before spending a lot of money it is necessary to try. Padel hooks but there are also people who don't find it fun ”. The golden rule, as in any other discipline, is to “invest more in training and less in equipment. We have to find a good monitor, with a degree, who knows how to advise us, who teaches us the first steps to avoid injuries, who discovers us the world of paddle tennis ”.
Later will come the acquisition of material. "Many times we sin that we go to a certain store and go directly to the professional section. That is an error". Each level requires a specific material, "when we are starting we do not need the same shovel or the same shoes as if we have a medium or advanced level".
Tips for beginners
a) There are many types of shovels, so you should not go crazy from the beginning. There are perfect models for beginners with prices between 50 and 80 euros. Those over 100 euros are suitable for players with a higher level.
b) The shoes do not have to be too expensive either. Take care that they have a suitable sole for a padded floor such as paddle. Keep in mind that even for 20 euros you can have reliable sneakers to play this sport.
c) To play paddle tennis it is not absolutely necessary to do it in pairs ... Even you can only practice the movements, the strokes and change from right to backhand. Direct your shots solo and you can learn the technique much faster.
d) Even if you only play, keep in mind that you should practice in pairs regularly. We advise you that if you are going to start, play once in a while with people with a higher level than yours. It is true that you will lose many matches but you will learn much faster.
e) Find your partner and participate in tournaments. It is not necessary to be in World Paddle Tour to be able to compete. When you improve your performance a bit, participate in tournaments and measure your skills with other players.
f) As in any sport, be patient. The paddle is very fun and, even at beginner levels, you can have a good time. Even so, getting a medium level will cost you. Enjoy learning and have patience throughout the process.
g) It always helps to perform extra exercise outside the tracks. Starting to play padel can be the perfect excuse to adopt other routines such as going for a run, biking or joining the gym.
h) If you want to start acquiring the technique from the beginning, join classes. Padel classes can give you the keys to this beautiful sport. Lean on an expert teacher and beat the beginner level quickly.
i) Finally, it is essential that you practice paddle tennis in an adequate environment, prepared for your practice and in the best conditions.
Juan Villar
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