For the Indonesian people in particular, and Asia in general., badminton sport has become a populist. Apparently the results of research, badminton was more beneficial than tennis. Badminton is a sport using a racquet that is usually done in space/hall. Badminton can be a form of aerobic exercise that helps increase endurance and stamina. Reasons to play badminton can vary, either just for sport or for competition. Quoted from
livestrong.com and menshealth.com, These are several reasons why you should play badminton.
- Playing badminton, burns lots of calories. The number of calories burned during play badminton depending on the intensity of play. On average, players with body weight 68 kg, can burn about 272 calories per hour. However, in a competition, badminton players can burn about 500 calories in one hour. But burning calories is also influenced by body weight. For example, players with body weight 98 kg, can burn about 544 calories per hour, whereas, players with body weight 55 kg, can burn about 327 calories in same duration.
- Playing badminton, give great cardio benefits. Badminton is a sport that provides a greater cardio benefit than squash and tennis.
- Playing badminton, train leg strength. A study in England showed that badminton is a sport that can train leg strength. 15% of badminton movement is rapid movement, such as jumping, bending the knee and running.
- Playing badminton, give bone density. Separate study from Sweden shows that playing badminton can increase bone density significantly. Therefore, this exercise can keep you from the threat of osteoporosis.
It is also highly recommended for those of you who want to get the ideal body. Because badminton is the activities that can keep you from obesity. Read also ‘Research on Obesity’, here.
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