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4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling

By April 18, 2014 No Comments

4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling? ‘Really, I didn’t know there were any’ I hear you ask!

4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling

Most people play Ten Pin Bowling because it’s the game the whole family can play. Happy memories are made and relationships are built and strengthened whilst enjoying a little healthy rivalry. These are all social benefits and will be explored more in our next blog.

 

4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling

1. Weight loss 2. Strengthens and tones muscle
4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling 4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling
3. Eliminates stress 4. Reduces the risk of heart disease
4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling 4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling

 

1. Weight Loss

We don’t have much control over the speed of our metabolism, but we can control how many calories we burn through our level of physical activity. The more active we are, the more calories we burn. Some people who are said to have a fast metabolism are probably just more active and that’s why Ten Pin Bowling can be healthy AND fun!

There are lots of exercise calorie calculators on the web and although I’d check them out more for fun and not facts ;-)

2. Strengthens and tones muscle

Whilst ten pin bowling, the flexing, bending, twisting and stretching that occurs probably won’t turn us into modelling material but it does tone our shoulders, arms, chest and leg muscles. Repeated bowling will also improve our strength, balance and flexibility.  Are you ready to cancel that gym membership yet?!

3. Eliminates stress

Stress is a big problem.  Research has shown that around 12 million adults in the UK see their GP with mental health problems each year. Most suffer from anxiety and depression and much of this is stress-related.  Everyone knows that exercise is good for you and that it is one of the best stress combatants available; however many people us the excuse is that we are too busy and stress to fit it into their routines.  During a game of Ten Pin Bowling you become completely absorbed in what you are doing, forget your day’s irritations and the exercise will give you higher energy levels and optimism that can help you feel clearer and calmer.

Are you stressed? I hope not but you can take a test here.

4. Reduces the risk of heart disease

Ten Pin Bowling can help reduce our risk of developing coronary heart disease.  A healthy diet with regular exercise is the best way of maintaining a healthy weight, which in turn reduces our chances of developing high blood pressure.

Ten Pin Bowling will make our heart and blood circulatory system more efficient, lower our cholesterol level, and also keep your blood pressure at a healthy level. So you don’t have to get sweaty at the gym to stay healthy!

4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling

I’m sure theres more than 4 Health Benefits of Ten Pin Bowling but it’s a good start so get off that couch and get onto a lane! Call us now to create a healthier and happier you!

You’ll find out more about Ten Pin Bowling on our website and on Facebook –  we’ll see you there!  

Jon

Jon