Cabral Concept 2876 - Stephen Cabral

TT: Does Pickle Ball Lead to Greater Longevity? (Harvard Study)

Pickleball is a fun, fast-growing sport that people of all ages can participate in!

But when it comes to cardio fitness and overall wellness, does it provide any benefits?

On today’s episode, I’ll discuss a Harvard Study that dives into this emerging sport, analyzing the data to uncover the cardio benefits of pickleball.

Join me on #CabralConcept 2876 to find out if pickleball leads to greater longevity. Enjoy the show, and feel free to share your thoughts!

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Show Highlights & Big Takeaways:

1. What Was The Study

The study compared the emerging sport of pickleball to the traditional sport of tennis. The analysis looked at various factors including age, duration, and intensity.

2. What Did The Study Show

The study compared the duration and intensity of pickleball and tennis workouts. On average, pickleball workouts were longer with greater variability in time played, and while both sports averaged a peak heart rate within 70% of the estimated Max HR, tennis workouts were 9 beats per minute faster on average compared to pickleball.

3. Conclusion

Pickleball offers an enjoyable and effective cardio workout. Consider substituting one of your weekly cardio sessions with an hour of pickleball. Improving your cardio fitness is crucial for longevity and a reduction in overall mortality. By engaging in activities like pickleball, you can achieve your step goals and participate in zone 2-3 cardio!