Samantha Ruth Prabhu is a woman of many talents. Her penchant for acting is a given but alongside her professional commitments, she pays equal attention to wellbeing practices. Keeping this thought in mind, the actress has now joined the World Pickleball League as the owner of Team Chennai. Much like her on-screen performances, Samantha is an expert in pickleball too. Offering fans a glimpse into her athletic skills, the Kushi star shared a video on her Instagram Stories, where she was seen playing the paddle sport. Dressed in an all-pink athleisure, Samantha engaged in an intense match with her fellow players. She hit the ball by swinging the paddle deftly, underlining her enthusiasm, strength, and flexibility. “Let's get moving,” read her inspiring caption.
Pickleball comes with several health benefits. Here are some of them:
1. Better Motor Dexterity
Pickleball being a fast-paced game forces you to stay alert and active at all times. As a result, it improves balance, flexibility and hand-eye coordination by allowing your mind to stay sharp. Your footwork skills and cognitive function get better.
Good For Heart
A great cardiovascular exercise, pickleball promotes better cholesterol and regulates blood pressure levels, lowering the risk of heart ailments.
Caters To Mental Health
The power-packed game aids in stimulating your brain by releasing endorphins, which are a happy hormone. When you play pickleball, you will find yourself in a better mood with reduced symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. It takes your mind off negative thoughts and boosts mental health.
Curbs Osteoporosis Symptoms
You are always on the go when playing pickleball. This results in maintaining healthy bones, joints and muscles. The game also helps in conserving bone tissue and reducing the rate of bone loss.
Greater Social Connections
One of the indirect benefits of pickleball is that the sport allows you to forge connections and friendships with fellow players, making you socially active and engaged through the fun activity.
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