Team sports
Cricket
A summer game of skill, patience and teamwork.
- Lightintensity
- ~335kcal per hour
- Low costbudget
- Mediumimpact
Is cricket right for you?
A summer game of skill, patience and teamwork. It is a light-intensity, medium impact activity that you can do outdoors, in a group. Expect to burn around 335 calories an hour, based on a 70 kg person.
Takes some practice. Expect to spend up to about £20 a month.
Why try cricket
- Teaches a skill. There is always something new to learn, which keeps it interesting.
- Sociable. It is an easy way to meet people and have fun.
How to start cricket
Try a softball cricket festival or ask a local club about net sessions.
Get the basics: club kit to start. Borrow or hire before you buy.
Join a beginners' session or go with someone who can show you the basics.
Warm up for five minutes first, build up gradually and stop if anything hurts.
A 4-week starter plan
| Week | Sessions | Minutes each | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 45 | Learn the basics and keep every session easy. |
| 2 | 1 | 60 | Repeat last week and add a little time. |
| 3 | 2 | 75 | Add a session or make one a bit harder. |
| 4 | 2 | 90 | Your longest week. Book or plan what comes next. |
This is general guidance, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or injury, check with your GP before you start.
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