Add to Flipboard Magazine. Playing sports has a way of encouraging many positive qualities in those who practice them. No matter what the sport actually is, it is likely that it is always going to make a huge difference to how a person interacts with others, how they feel about themselves, and how they develop as an individual. But a big part of the whole experience is actually finding a sport which is likely to be suitable for anyone who wants to try it. As it happens, there are many sports which we might consider suitable for all ages. If you are keen to get into a sport this year, then you might want to have a look at the following. These are going to be good choices no matter what, and no matter how old you are, so it is worth considering these first and foremost, especially if you want to play with your children.
When it comes to games for everyone, there is nothing quite like soccer. With this particular sport, you can be sure that people of all ages will feel welcome. Even if you are thinking about a sport for your five year old, there is a good chance that you will be able to find a club which they can join, so you can be sure that there is always a way to get into this particular sport. If you are looking for yourself, then you can be sure there is no limit to a number of clubs available. In fact, it is worth taking a look around for soccer clubs before you go or any other sport, as it is one of the most prevalent sports in the world and you are bound to find plenty. Getting into this sport can be good for you for a variety of reasons, so it is worth it too.
Scootering
Traditionally, this is something which might well have been considered as a child’s pastime. It is true that children tend to particularly enjoy scootering – but as more and more time goes on, it also becomes more clear that people of all ages are turning to it as a fun new sport to try out. Scootering can be great for you physically; it is surprisingly effective in terms of helping you to become fit, and it is also a lot of fun no matter who you are doing it with. If you want to get into this, make sure that you spend time finding the best scooter and scooter parts, as this is one of the most important elements of enjoying the sport properly.
Volleyball
Again, we look to a sport which has a lot of preconceived notions often attached to it. However, no matter your sex, age or location, volleyball can be a fascinating and exciting sport, and it is worth a place on anyone’s list of the top sports. If this sounds suitable for you or your kids, find your nearest club and get started at whatever level you feel is necessary. You are bound to get into it more than you might have imagined fast.
Image source Add to Flipboard Magazine. Soccer may well be the most spectated sport in the world, but when it comes to participation numbers nothing even gets close to fishing. It is one of the most peaceful hobbies anyone can do. There is just something about having the breeze on your back, an eyeful of calm water in front of you and an opponent you can’t see eagerly flashing about below the surface. The anticipation levels you feel as you wait for a bite are just amazing and the more you do it the more amazing it becomes.
Of course, fishing is also a skill with a hundred variables that need careful consideration. That’s why we have come up with some fishing tips and tricks for the amateur angler to help you reel something special in.
We wish this was simple, but every state offers a different form of license, from Texas to Ohio to good old Kansas. However, ask any top tier fishing guides what the most important thing an angler needs is and they will tell you it is the correct permit, one that meets that state’s regulations. The reason they do this is conservation and to preserve the beauty of fishing in that area. Luckily, most permits can be bought online, so it is a pretty hassle free experience.
It may seem like a pretty rudimentary thing to say, but choosing a rod and knowing your rod – the parts and the lingo – is a basic need for all those who fish. You need to know your butt-cap from your ferrule and your butt guide from your hook keeper. So get to know the parts that make up your rod, how they can differ and which suits your style. From there it is just about practice.
Different fish need different equipment. That is why we always recommend you have some sort of idea of what fish is in the local vicinity, which fish you want to catch and then have the rod that will best allow you to do this. To find this out, there is no better resource that a good old local tackle shop.
There is no one bait fits all. Sorry. But there are different types of bait and it all depends on what you are fishing and where you are fishing. As a rule, though, nothing is better than having live bait. Earthworms are a great place to start for those getting into the game because they are cheap, versatile and relatively odor free (compared to some of the other baits out there anyway). Of course, you could go down the route of getting a lure.
This is where the thrill of fishing comes in. This is what makes it a sport. It’s the thrill of the hunt. You see, a fisherman’s technique needs to be adapted to catch the fish they are after. Basically, what you need to do is mimic what the fish likes to eat. That’s the only way to maximize your strike rate. For example, fly fishing is a totally different style of fishing to that of bass fishing. So know what is out there, know what you want, and then work on perfecting your technique. This is the part of fishing that will hook you (sorry, worst pun ever).
When it comes to sports, some are a lot harder on the body than others. If you want to reduce your chance of injury and trauma on the joints, then choose low impact activities when you have the opportunity. Low impact sports still offer a good workout for the body, while reducing the pressure on weight-bearing joints. Such sports are good for older people, especially those with arthritis, as well as people recovering from an injury and those looking to reduce the chances of one occurring when being active. Not sure which sports are the best for low-impact activity? Below are some of our favorites to get you started.
Swimming
Since you’re floating in the water, you don’t have to worry about any unnecessary stress on the joints from doing a few laps in the pool. In fact, this is one of the best low impact sports for athletes who are recovering from a prior injury. It also improves your lung function and strengthens your shoulders.
Golf
There’s a good reason that so many retired seniors take up the sport of golf. Walking the course is the primary activity, which almost anyone can do. And the biggest risk of injury comes from swinging the golf clubs. If you take up this sport, then remember to get yourself a cart for your golf bag so you don’t have to worry about any back pain from carrying around a heavy set of clubs from hole to hole.
Cycling
Whether you prefer to ride a bike on the pavement or stay indoors on an exercise bike, this is another sport that doesn’t put much stress on the body. By riding on trails outside, you get additional health benefits from nature like stress reduction and greater feelings of happiness.
Hiking
While walking itself is a great low impact activity, taking up hiking gives you a bit of a better workout and requires you to get deep in nature (and soak up all those extra health benefits being outdoors provides). Before you hit the trail, just make sure that you’re not carrying a hiking daypack that is too heavy of a load. Otherwise, you’ll end up causing unnecessary stress on your joints while out on your trek.
Bowling
While you might not think of bowling when you’re coming up with a list of traditional sports, this activity is actually a good low impact activity that you can do alone or with a team. Though you don’t have to worry about stress on your joints when you go bowling, you should be cautious of using a bowling ball that is too heavy for you. Otherwise, you might end up injuring your shoulder by accident.
Kayaking
Since all of your activity is done while sitting, kayaking (and also canoeing) is a great outdoor sports option for people seeking out low impact activities. All of the movements for this activity require your arms, shoulders, and back, so you will want to avoid it if you’re recovering from a back injury. And if you don’t want to go out alone, get a tandem kayak so you can take a friend.
Didn’t find a sport that appeals to you in this list? Fortunately, there are plenty of other options out there. You can get more ideas from this list at the Huffington Post.
By Shawna Newman
Shawna is the content editor at Where’s My Caddie (http://www.wheresmycaddie.com/), and when she’s not writing about outdoor sports she’s in search of a good cup of coffee.
Add to Flipboard Magazine. Of all the sports in the world, golf is one which is particularly unique. When it comes to the way it is played, and the society surrounding it, there is nothing else quite like it. These days, of course, anyone can learn to play golf, and it is often pleasing to watch how easily people pick up a club and get swinging. Maybe you are wondering whether to get into golf yourself, or whether to continue if you have already given it a go. If you are looking for a reason to get into golf and carry on with it big time, then take a look at the following. Here are some of the great benefits you can expect to get from playing golf.
Something that can be said for all golfers is that they are adept at being patient. If you look at the way that it is played, this is hardly surprising. After all, golf is by its very nature quite a slow and considered game, and this means that when you play it you usually find yourself developing a keen sense of patience. There is no doubt that patience is something which any modern human will definitely find to be useful. In our rushed lives, being able to slow down and wait soon becomes one of the most valuable tools of all. So the more you get into golf, the more likely it is that you will be able to be patient in your everyday life – and that is something that plenty of people could benefit from hugely.
Let’s not forget that, despite its calm nature, golf is still a competitive sport – a highly competitive one, in fact. Playing golf with others is one of the keenest ways to develop your own innate competitiveness, and this is a quality which very often actually does quite a lot for us as a species. If you want to really boost this side of the sport of golf, then you could consider hosting little tournaments or competitions with yourself and a few friends from time to time. Grab some professional looking trophies and medals from a reputable website and draw up your own league table. This can be a great way to get more out of the sport, and to really delve into the competitive side of it.
Pace
One of the things that draw many people to the world of golf is the pace of the sport itself. We have already seen how golf can help a person to develop their own sense of patience. Well, it’s true. Golf has a calming and gentle pace to it, and this is more often than not what enables people to be able to play it for hours and hours, sometimes all day. If you like the idea of playing a sport, but you don’t want to run around all day, then golf can provide you with the perfect solution for that predicament. Many others have turned to golf for this very reason, and few are disappointed.
Add to Flipboard Magazine. If you look back through history, you will notice that the kind of pastimes people engaged in was very different from what we do with our free time now. In the 21st century, there is a common notion of ‘work hard, play hard’ that tends to run through a lot of us. Many of us work long hours in challenging jobs, so by the time the weekend comes around, we want to celebrate – and more often than not, that means going out drinking, partying and socializing. There’s nothing at all wrong with this, of course. Going out with friends is healthy, and it can often be in your best interests to let your hair down every so often. But if you entertain yourself in this manner week in, week out, you may soon find that it starts to become a little monotonous. Humans are complex creatures, and we need a rich range of stimuli to feed our intricate minds. In days gone by, hobbies would tend to be more refined and more interesting as a result. If you feel the need to add a little more flair to your personal life and have something to look forward to other than going on a big night out, here are some refined hobbies you may want to consider taking up.
If self-expression is your thing, there’s no better way to embrace your cultured side than by getting into art and photography. Art can make you see the world differently and requires you to look for meaning in every frame – so it’s a great way to broaden the mind and think creatively. Consider purchasing pieces from a company such as Sulis Fine Art so that you can surround yourself with stunning art right at home. If you’re interested in the more practical side of things, rather than merely appreciating the art, entry level DSLR cameras are relatively cheap and can still produce some amazingly HD images.
It sometimes seems like the mark of every refined gentleman is a well-stocked whiskey cupboard or a wine cellar. Whatever your tipple of choice is, buying, selling and tasting alcohol is a classy hobby that people world over still do today. It may also give you a new appreciation for the craftsmanship that goes into each bottle, rather than just downing the cheapest drink you spot at the bar! Invest in some quality glassware so that when your friends come round, you can share your hobby with them and socialize over one of your favorite drinks.
For centuries, sport has been considered a refined hobby due to its emphasis on discipline, teamwork, and skill. If you are looking for a hobby that can keep your focus and allow you to indulge in a bit of ‘me time,’ why not pick up something like golf or tennis? These sports are typically played individually or in pairs, which means you may find it more relaxing than playing in a large group. You may also want to take it right back to the olden days with an elegant sport such as fencing – it’s certainly unique if nothing else!
Add to Flipboard Magazine. If you love sports and sporting events, but also like to enjoy the finer things in life, then it can often be hard to find things that will combine the two. Heading to a rodeo and munching on boiled peanuts is hardly going to be classed as luxury. So if you’re looking for some fun sporting events to experience that are a playground for the rich and famous, then how about these?
A list of luxury sporting events would never be complete without including the jewel in the Mediterranean coastline; the Monaco Grand Prix. At the end of May, the coastline sparkles with many rich and famous people coming to see the unique race around the city. It helps that it always seems to coincide with the end of the Cannes film festival, to make sure you get a list of A-listers at the event. The place itself is stunning, with many luxury hotels, yacht parties, and helicopter charters to fly over the course. The area is perfect for boating, so could be worth looking for a professional boating school, so that you could take a boat out when you’re there. Being on a boat can be one of the best ways to see the race.
A fancy sports list has got to have Wimbledon on it. The tennis event is just much more luxurious than any other. Whether it is the dress code, or that you can munch on strawberries and cream and sip on champagne when watching, it just screams luxury and always attracts celebrities and even British royalty each year. You can still enjoy the atmosphere sitting on the ‘Murray Mound’ by just purchasing a day ticket and watching on big screens. You can still get the strawberries and cream, though, so totally worth it too.
Golf has often had the reputation of being quite exclusive and elitist. So it would make sense that a golf tournament might be a bit more luxurious than a baseball game, right? The Masters is held in Augusta, Georgia, each year, and one thing that makes it the most exclusive and luxury event is that it can’t be filmed or even tweeted about when you’re there. So it does have an air of exclusivity about it. You could watch the tournament at the National Golf Course. But there are many other golf courses in the area if you want to play rather than just watch.
Big boxing matches, often held in Las Vegas, can be big money matches. With the likes of Jay-Z and Clint Eastwood often being spotted at various fights. Tickets can completely, depending on who is in the fight. For one of Mayweather’s last fights, the cost for a ticket was around $70,000! But there is the added element of placing a wager on the fight if you can afford the high ticket price. So it can be added to your list of luxury sporting events, for sure.
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