10 Healthiest Sports

Squash
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 4.5
Muscular Strength : 3
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 3
Calories / 30 minutes ( 517 ) : 5
Injury Risk : 2
Overall Score : 22.5
Squash provides an excellent cardiovascular workout. In one hour of squash, a player may expend approximately 600 to 1000 calories (3,000 to 4,000 kJ),which is significantly more than most other sports and over 70% more than either general tennis or racquetball. The sport also provides a good upper and lower body workout by utilising both the legs to run around the court and the arms and torso to swing the racquet. In 2003, Forbes rated squash as the number one healthiest sport to play. However, some studies have implicated squash as a cause of possible fatal cardiac arrhythmia and argued that squash is an inappropriate form of exercise for older men with heart disease.

Rowing
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 5
Muscular Strength : 4
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 3
Calories / 30 minutes ( 302 ) : 2
Injury Risk : 3
Overall Score : 22
Rowing is one of the few non-weight bearing sports that exercises all the major muscle groups, including quads, biceps, triceps, lats, glutes and abdominal muscles. Rowing improves cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength. High-performance rowers tend to be tall and muscular: although extra weight does increase the drag on the boat, the larger athlete's increased power tends to be more significant. The increased power is achieved through increased length of leverage on the oar through longer limbs of the athlete. Rowing is a low impact activity with movement only in defined ranges, so that twist and sprain injuries are rare. However, the repetitive rowing action can put strain on knee joints, the spine and the tendons of the forearm, and inflammation of these are the most common rowing injuries. If one rows with poor technique, other injuries may surface, including back pains.

Rock climbing
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 1
Muscular Strength : 5
Muscular Endurance : 4
Flexibility : 5
Calories / 30 minutes ( 475 ) : 5
Injury Risk : 2
Overall Score : 22
Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport, one that often tests a climber's strength, endurance, agility, and balance along with his or her mental control. It can be a dangerous sport and knowledge of proper climbing techniques and usage of specialized climbing equipment is crucial for the safe completion of routes. Because of the wide range and variety of rock formations around the world rock climbing has been separated into several different styles and sub-disciplines.

Swimming
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 4.75
Muscular Strength : 3
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 3
Calories / 30 minutes ( 345 ) : 2
Injury Risk : 3
Overall Score : 20.75
In swimming it is recommended that you eat healthy. Many competitive swimmers eat carbs and protein before their race. swimming is an example of an endurance sport that requires a large amount of carbohydrates in order to maintain stamina throughout a swimming event. Carbohydrates are recommended for highly demanding sports due to the complete sources of energy that they provide. Carbohydrates promote muscle stamina and strength because the breakdown product of carbohydrate-glucose is a primary source of energy for muscles during exercise.

Skiing
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 5
Muscular Strength : 3.5
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 3
Calories / 30 minutes ( 345 ) : 2
Injury Risk : 2
Overall Score : 20.5
Skiing is a great sports activity. It tones your entire body while providing an excellent cardiovascular workout; it strengthens your heart muscle and improves delivery of oxygen to muscles.

Basketball
 
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 4
Muscular Strength : 3
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 4
Calories / 30 minutes ( 302 ) : 2
Injury Risk : 1
Overall Score : 19
Basketball involves a lot of starting and stopping. While not renowned as an aerobic sport, it is still a great workout that can help you: Burn calories (an hour of basketball can burn 630–750 calories). Build endurance. Improve coordination. Develop concentration and self-discipline. Build up muscle.

Cycling
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 5
Muscular Strength : 3
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 4
Calories / 30 minutes ( 431 ) : 4
Injury Risk : 1
Overall Score : 19
Bicycles are often used by people seeking to improve their fitness and cardiovascular health. In this regard, cycling is especially helpful for those with arthritis of the lower limbs who are unable to pursue sports that cause impact to the knees and other joints. Since cycling can be used for the practical purpose of transportation, there can be less need for self-discipline to exercise. Interestingly, it has been found that despite toning the leg muscles, cycling also tones the buttocks.

Running
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 5
Muscular Strength : 3
Muscular Endurance : 4
Flexibility : 1.5
Calories / 30 minutes ( 431 ) : 4
Injury Risk : 1
Overall Score : 18.5
While there is the potential for injury in running (just as there is in any sport), there are many benefits. Some of these benefits include potential weight loss, improved cardiovascular health, increased muscle mass, increased bone density, and an improved emotional state. Following a consistent routine of running can increase HDL levels, reducing the risks of cardiovascular disease. Running, like all forms of regular exercise, can effectively slow or reverse the effects of aging.

Modern pentathlon
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 4.5
Muscular Strength : 3
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 3
Calories / 30 minutes ( 264 ) : 1
Injury Risk : 2
Overall Score : 18.5
Modern pentathlon introduced at the 1912 Olympics , a sport invented by Pierre de Coubertin and modelled on the Ancient Olympic ideal of testing skills required by a soldier. Working from the template of a 19th century soldier fighting behind enemy lines, the contest comprises épée fencing, pistol shooting, freestyle swimming, show jumping on horseback, and a cross country run.

Boxing
Cardiorespiratory Endurance : 3.5
Muscular Strength : 3
Muscular Endurance : 5
Flexibility : 2
Calories / 30 minutes ( 302 ) : 2
Injury Risk : 2
Overall Score : 17.5
You may improve your health and have a physically fit body by getting into boxing training fitness programs. This is the best way for you to have a stronger body and gain confidence. Boxing workouts can help you to be at your best fighting form as well.
Many people see positive results from boxing trainings. You may build stronger and more defined arms and legs. These programs and classes also help you to gain a sense of inner strength and emotional balance.




Courtesy of:
Forbes.com / wikipedia.org

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