The Wellness Edit: why tennis could be the ‘it girl’ sport of the summer

I‘m sure almost everyone appreciated the sudden burst of sun we had over the weekend. And if you were lucky enough to have the time then I’m sure many decided to take the opportunity to head outdoors and make the most of what was some lovely, albeit brief, weather. As we properly head into spring and hope that the warmer weather might return, it can be a time to think about new hobbies that embrace the changing seasons and make the most of what is available. It can also be a time when we want to try new things with friends and make memories with them in the last term of university. One way that can be a great combination of spending time outside and seeing friends is tennis and now is the perfect time to consider taking it up. Today’s article will explore why tennis might be the ‘it girl’ sport of the summer and how to best enjoy it.

Tennis has the unique benefit of being something you can do with a friend or partner together rather than just alongside

Exercising outside can have a wide range of benefits, from offering a refreshing change of scenery that can improve attention span to helping provide us with our daily vitamin D requirements, which are essential for bone health and overall well-being. So, although tennis can be an indoor sport, taking it outside over the warmer months can be a fantastic way to stay active. It allows you to continue your fitness journey by practising cardio, improving arm and core strength, and engaging in these activities outdoors while enjoying the added boost of fresh air.

Of course, tennis isn’t the only sport that can be enjoyed outside, running, walking, or even cross-training workouts can be flexible for indoor or outdoor work. However, tennis has the unique benefit of being something you can do with a friend or partner together. Not only that but tennis can also be altered to become singles or doubles or even involving larger groups by switching people in throughout games. This makes it the perfect sport to enjoy casually with friends without necessarily the pressure of being overall competitive or being highly skilled to enjoy a game.

Don’t stress about being a pro, just take your time and enjoy the activity as it comes

Along with the benefits of playing tennis and enjoying it with friends, if you have balls and rackets or have borrowed them from a friend or leisure centre, then actually playing the game can become pretty cheap. Many local parks offer tennis courts which can be booked for a small fee or they are even free sometimes, making tennis a group activity that could be cheaper than one coffee between everyone!

Whether you are looking for a new activity to enjoy with friends, a way to spend more time outdoors, or a new fitness hobby to try out, tennis could be what you’re looking for. Don’t stress about being a pro, just take your time and enjoy the activity as it comes. It’s a fun, accessible way to stay active, spend quality time with others, and soak up the outdoors. Whether it’s a casual rally or a friendly match, tennis offers a balance of exercise and connection, making it an ideal choice as the weather gets warmer.