Squash game social competitive or keep fit

As a long time team squash player, I started around the late 70,s over thirty years with a five-year break due to injury. I can honestly say I would do it again! I am not a gym monkey, yes I could go but the boredom would creep in and I would not do it! However I play squash around three times a week, these days two friendly or training/routines and a match. No I’m not ultra competitive, I used to be I want to win but it doesn’t kill me if I don’t For me it’s playing, win some and loose some and have good games. If you win or loose all the time it’s either not challenging enough or it’s disheartening!

In our league they have allowed county players to play in the top division, sounds great, brings people on. No not for me what happens is the teams who have county players stuff those who don’t…..where is the sense or fun in that for either party. If you want to play at that level, great but don’t play in a lesser league because it either gives you more games or it saves you travelling further as in county games. To me that’s an extremely self centred and selfish approach.

Play squash to keep fit, not the other way round get fit or fitter first or you body will potentially let you down in some way. But most importantly enjoy it, life is too short!

The simple fact is if you can relax, relatively speaking when you play you potentially have more composure and can play to a higher level. Easy said know but certainly worth trying, as a wise man once said, you are a long time dead!

Squash, why play

You can sit at home watching the TV, be nagged by the wife, hassled by the kids, go down the pub and get fat….or do something!

Playing squash is a great release of energy and aggression and has the added benefits of improving your overall health and often your mental state. It’s a release from everyday life and the resulting chemicals the physical exertions release in your brain make you feel good…..honest!

OK when you first start, even if you are fit your backside aches. Now don’t make your own jokes up, squash works your glutimus maximus (can’t be the right spelling!), your backside muscles. So if you want firm bum ladies, squash is for you, I say ladies but men too….

Get out, get fit, and meet new friends…..when you are tired from work playing squash can give you a new lease of life, what are you waiting for?

Squash Rackets - Why Play The Game?

Tennis players ask "Why do people play squash?". Here are a few ideas.

It is easy to start. With basic racket and ball skills 2 people can walk onto a squash court and begin. All you do is hit the ball onto the front wall. Each player can return the ball by hitting on the volley (no bounce) or after one bounce. If the ball bounces twice the player loses the rally.

After playing a few times, instead of just keeping the ball going, the competition begins. The aim is to hit the ball away from your opponent, to make him run. It is not unusual for both players to walk into the changing room covered in sweat. They may have played a match lasting well over 45 minutes, declaring that he won by just one point.

Squash is fiercely competitive. There is one opponent and you are on your own. When you get tired, some play tricks, by walking slowly to their side. But in the end, you win or lose by your own efforts.

Why do most play squash?
It keeps them active and fit. There is the opportunity of beating someone (and the risk of losing). It is cheap. One racket, ball and a pair of sports shoes. If all else fails, you both retire to the bar for a swift drink to discuss the "lucky shot" that lost the match for you. The discussion could take hours.
Derek Thorpe Herts Squash Player http://www.Herts-Squash.org.uk
http://www.Just-Rackets.co.uk

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Playing team squash at your local club

Many people take up squash after playing other sports like football and rugby, some do it at the same time. The thing about squash is you can play it all year round. If you progress to team squash, which is not that high these days it provides a net network of friends if you want it to!

Imagine moving to a new town having played team squash, you have the opportunity to meet new people. Team squash is competitive but more importantly it's a social thing, yes you get fit and you don't have to get bored silly at the gym. To be fair most squash players are over 40, which is a shame, but don't think you’re too old to try. I would recommend a visit to your Doctor if over 40 and not exercised for a while or have any problems or concerns. It may however be worth spending a few visits to the gym, rowing machines, running machines, cross trains and exercise bike to ease you in and build the fitness up.

As I add to the blogs I will offer advice and make a few suggesting regarding equipment, clothing, warming up, warming down and clubs.

I have been guilty of enticing ex players and first time players to the game.....Don’t be a couch potato!