Basic badminton tips

Badminton is an Olympic sport, which has been popular since many years. As a professional sport it is practiced indoors in Badminton Court but is often played as a leisure activity outdoors at picnics, camps et al. Badminton is also a good way to burn those extra calories. All you need is a racket and a shuttle to play.

It is a recommended physical activity as it helps burn calories and increases agility. This game is played by all men, women and children of any age group. It can be played as singles (one on one) or as a doubles (as a team of two) game. Essentials of a badminton kit are rackets, shuttlecocks and nets. The racket is recommended to be light weight and shuttlecock must be well balanced made of either feathers or plastic.

HOLDING THE RACKET

To play the game, learning to hold the racket is the most basic aspect. The head of the racket must be facing away from you, perpendicular to your body. When held outstretched the side of the racket should be in line with your arm. You must grip the handle as if you are handshaking with someone.

SERVING

Serving is the key to begin a game. The shuttle must connect with your carlton racquet and go over net to the opponent’s side. Usually shuttle is served to the far side of the opponent’s court. Advanced players also experiment to serve short (center) of the court. For a valid serve, the shuttle must fall inside the lines/ boundaries of the court.

APPROACHING THE SHOT

You must learn how to approach a shot from the side or over your head. You can use your left hand to aim/point to the shuttle and then hit with your Carlton badminton racket. The trick is to connect racket and shuttle with enough force and precision while moving around the court to reach the shuttle. One has to co-ordinate both foot action and hand judgment to accomplish a successful shot.

PRACTISING

Badminton is a healthy, competitive and fun sport. To achieve efficiency and improve your skills for the game, practice is the essential element. It will help you master harder techniques and gain confidence in your shots. Refining basic techniques will only ensure you learn to play like a professional.

It’s fairly easy to learn and suits all; hence anyone can take it up. It’s a non- contact sport, but not completely free from injuries. For that instance, name one sport which guarantee’s no injury.