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How tennis uniquely benefits your body compared to other sports
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How tennis uniquely benefits your body compared to other sports

Frequent racket swings also maintain and grow lean muscle mass in the shoulders and arms; Core and stabilizing muscles are improved by constant body rotation and movement; In addition, sprinting, posture and prolonged exercise strengthen the muscles of the legs, back and feet.

“Unlike many other sports, tennis requires multifaceted use of the musculoskeletal system to play well, including quick starts and stops and sudden changes in direction,” says James Gladstone, a physician and system chief in the division of sports medicine at Mount Sinai Health System in New York City.

Activity It also contributes “To have stronger, thicker and healthier bones, especially for those who start at a young age,” says Babette Pluim, physician, consultant in sports and exercise medicine and senior medical advisor to the Royal Dutch Lawn Tennis Association.

He explains that this happens as the repeated movements associated with the activity build new bone tissue and help facilitate the breakdown of old tissue. “The combination of mechanical stress, hormonal responses, increased blood flow, and improved nutrient absorption associated with exercise work together to strengthen bones and improve overall skeletal health,” he adds.

Tennis also improves flexibility, balance and range of motion, “because flexibility is needed in tennis to reach, stretch, pivot and decelerate after each burst of movement,” says Hainline.

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