Racket sports
Swingball
A garden classic that keeps you moving and laughing.
- Lightintensity
- ~280kcal per hour
- Freebudget
- Lowimpact
Is swingball right for you?
A garden classic that keeps you moving and laughing. It is a light-intensity, low impact activity that you can do outdoors, on your own or with a partner. Expect to burn around 280 calories an hour, based on a 70 kg person.
Anyone can start. You can do it without spending anything.
Why try swingball
- Improves fitness. It raises your heart rate and builds stamina.
- Sociable. It is an easy way to meet people and have fun.
- Kind to joints. Low impact makes it a good choice if running or jumping is uncomfortable.
How to start swingball
Set up a swingball in the garden and play first to ten.
Get the basics: swingball set. Borrow or hire before you buy.
Keep the first few sessions short and easy, and aim for two or three a week.
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 | 3 | 20 | Learn the basics and keep every session easy. |
| 2 | 3 | 25 | Repeat last week and add a little time. |
| 3 | 4 | 30 | Add a session or make one a bit harder. |
| 4 | 4 | 35 | 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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