I don’t know how long it will last, and my point isn’t to encourage anyone to play pickleball - but it is to highlight the value of exercise if your goal is to age well.
I am 82, also completely un-athletic, but try to swim once a week, as well as do my yoga once a week. You can see me stand on my head (two minute video) here:
I am very uncoordinated at racquet sports, probably because I haven't done them very much. The first time I tried pickleball it was hilarious. I doubt there has been a worse beginner PB player, but at least I stayed on my feet even if I returned very few balls🤣 I think starting a new sport is difficult so I applaud you Janice!
I can't NOT exercise. But I'm bored. I walk/jog, ride my bike, lift weights, sometimes jump on my rebounder (in the living room so can't use the excuse the weather is bad outside for doing nothing), and hike in the park across the street - where I know every twig, limb, exposed tree root, and patches of moss on and along the trail.
I loved ping pong, badminton, croquet, shuffleboard, golf, and swimming, while growing up.
Pickleball? There is a league in the gym for seniors. If you can do it, maybe I can't "try" it out, step out of the comfort zone... you mentioned the point wasn't to encourage anyone, but you did... I'll let you know how it turns out. If nothing else, stepping out of our comfort zones is a form of exercise too.
My husband started playing a few months ago. As an ex tennis player he still gets a little too over zealous on the court. I’m going to have him read this to remind him to have fun. Happy you are!
I have also started to learn the game. Nice and easy does it when you find the right players with a similar attitude. Have fun. Don’t be afraid to say nice shot rather than making a daring run.
I hope you stick with it. It is a wonderful form of exercise, makes you think (keeping score is an exercise all on its own), and a great way to keep social.
How wonderful you gave it a try! I love it... almost 80 here...agree about endurance. I went from 1-2 games to six back-to-back during league play. It’s an in-the-moment game, great fun and a great cardio, agility, brain workout! Thanks for telling readers how valuable pickleball or any exercise improves our health and outlook no matter when we start! Great read, Janice! 😊🏓🙌
It looks so fun! Kudos!! It looks so similar to tennis which I loved playing in my twenties but don’t remember playing since then. Thanks for inspiring me!
I don’t know how long it will last, and my point isn’t to encourage anyone to play pickleball - but it is to highlight the value of exercise if your goal is to age well.
I'm so glad you are having fun! That's a perk in itelf!
It's fascinating that movement and focus relaxes us. ❤️ keep it up champ! ❤️
Good for you.
I am 82, also completely un-athletic, but try to swim once a week, as well as do my yoga once a week. You can see me stand on my head (two minute video) here:
https://arichardson.substack.com/p/why-does-anyone-stand-on-their-head
I am very uncoordinated at racquet sports, probably because I haven't done them very much. The first time I tried pickleball it was hilarious. I doubt there has been a worse beginner PB player, but at least I stayed on my feet even if I returned very few balls🤣 I think starting a new sport is difficult so I applaud you Janice!
Sounds fun. It would probably do me good too
You go, girl!! Sounds like fun. And having a daughter all to yourself? A win-win situation, I'd say.
I can't NOT exercise. But I'm bored. I walk/jog, ride my bike, lift weights, sometimes jump on my rebounder (in the living room so can't use the excuse the weather is bad outside for doing nothing), and hike in the park across the street - where I know every twig, limb, exposed tree root, and patches of moss on and along the trail.
I loved ping pong, badminton, croquet, shuffleboard, golf, and swimming, while growing up.
Pickleball? There is a league in the gym for seniors. If you can do it, maybe I can't "try" it out, step out of the comfort zone... you mentioned the point wasn't to encourage anyone, but you did... I'll let you know how it turns out. If nothing else, stepping out of our comfort zones is a form of exercise too.
My husband started playing a few months ago. As an ex tennis player he still gets a little too over zealous on the court. I’m going to have him read this to remind him to have fun. Happy you are!
I have also started to learn the game. Nice and easy does it when you find the right players with a similar attitude. Have fun. Don’t be afraid to say nice shot rather than making a daring run.
Well done, I admire you for overcoming your resistance and giving it a try.
I hope you stick with it. It is a wonderful form of exercise, makes you think (keeping score is an exercise all on its own), and a great way to keep social.
Pickleball is fun! I wish I had somewhere close to play. I need to follow your lead and find something like that to do a couple times a week.
That's wonderful Janice. Sounds like lots of fun.
How wonderful you gave it a try! I love it... almost 80 here...agree about endurance. I went from 1-2 games to six back-to-back during league play. It’s an in-the-moment game, great fun and a great cardio, agility, brain workout! Thanks for telling readers how valuable pickleball or any exercise improves our health and outlook no matter when we start! Great read, Janice! 😊🏓🙌
It looks so fun! Kudos!! It looks so similar to tennis which I loved playing in my twenties but don’t remember playing since then. Thanks for inspiring me!