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Pickleball Is the Hottest New Sport and Hobby to Get Into

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Kate Paras-Santiago

<p>The holidays are fast approaching and while that can signal cozier and lazier days, we&#x27;re here to encourage you to keep moving, despite the busy holiday schedule ahead. Your energy levels and your waistline will thank you for it! If you&#x27;re quite the workout bunny already and are looking for a fun way to move (minus dumbbells and other gym equipment), one sport craze that&#x27;s taking Manila by storm is <strong>Pickleball</strong>. </p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/994acd55-0089-4695-863b-59e56aacd1f7_aleksander-saks-a-chdi9be3q-unsplash.jpeg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><div><strong><br/></strong></div><div><strong>What is Pickleball?</strong></div><p>If you&#x27;re already familiar with tennis, badminton, and table tennis, then pickleball is something you&#x27;d easily understand. These sports have many similarities, but pickleball is mainly played using short-handled paddles as rackets and a perforated, hollow plastic ball (seen in photo above). </p><div><br/></div><p>According to <a href="https://www.britannica.com/sports/pickleball" target="_blank">Britannica</a>, &#x27;Matches feature two opposing players (singles) or two pairs of players (doubles), and the sport can be played either outdoors or indoors. Pickleball was invented in the United States in 1965, and in the early 21st century it experienced rapid growth. It is now played worldwide by people of all ages and skill levels.&#x27;</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/3092c3c0-7cb8-4a30-908b-9fc4af932822_aleksander-saks-0aefi3ivej4-unsplash.jpeg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/></span></span></div><div><strong><br/></strong></div><div><strong>What are its benefits?</strong></div><p>Just like its counterparts, Pickleball is a great sport option that enhances cardiovascular strength, and encourages quality social ties as well. The sport is popular among men and women and many ages, so it&#x27;s a great way to bond with loved ones and new acquaintances alike. It is also said to help improve overall mobility when regularly played over a specific period of time. A social activity that can improve our health? Count us in!</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/wellness/fitness/manila-padel-club/31815" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Welcome To Manila Padel Club, The Newest Sports Craze</a></div><div><strong>Where can one play in Manila?</strong></div><p>According to the Philippine Pickleball Federation, there are currently 69 Pickleball clubs in the country. Whether you&#x27;re in Quezon City, Alabang, or even Pangasinan, a club is open to welcome you to play! Click <a href="https://www.pickleball.ph/pickleball-clubs.html" target="_blank">here</a> for the complete listing. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/wellness/fitness/yoga-studios-in-manila/36250" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">5 Yoga Studios To Visit to Recover From A Stressful Week</a></div>