Badminton is the fastest racket sport which is very similar to tennis.It is not just competitive but is also fun to be played among peers.It helps in maintaining both physical and mental health.The sport demands quick reflexes and superb conditioning. The shuttle speeds when smashed exceeds 400 kmph. Its claimed that badminton is the second most popular sport in the world,only behind football.The shuttles weigh about 5.5 grams and is made out of 16 goose feathers(from the left wing) which offer the perfect drift.Badminton was first played as a sport in the 1992 Olympics
BENEFITS OF BADMINTON
- HELPS TO STAY FIT:- needs a lot of energy as it works out every muscle in your body.1 hour of play burns 480+ calories which is the highest among sports.
2. TONES YOUR MUSCLES
3. INCREASES CONCENTRATION AND IMPROVES REFLEX: It is a fast paced game so requires a lot of skill and speed,hence improves intelligence also plays a role as the opponent must be decieved.
4. INCREASES BONE DENSITY
5. IMPROVES FLEXIBILITY
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