Badminton is one of the games which you can play with fun! In this game, two or four players strike a feathered ball known as a shuttlecock to and from one another over a net. It’s very similar to tennis though there are some key differences between the two sports. In badminton, the shuttlecock should not touch the ground ever, and the court is smaller than the tennis court. That makes it a fun and fast game! Let’s find out more about this sport and learn how to do it safely so we can enjoy it even more!
In badminton, you need to have very speedy footwork! A shuttlecock can travel ridiculously fast—up to 200 miles per hour! This means you must have fast reflexes, be prepared to return it the moment it arrives in your direction. Badminton provides great exercise, because the game is fast. You will jump a lot, run a lot, and twist your body while playing. This keeps your fit and healthy! In addition, you must act fast to outmaneuver your opponent and win the game.
Footwork: Good footwork is a must. Your feet need to be agile enough to get to the shuttlecock. Use side steps, crossover steps, or even jumps to retrieve the shuttlecock with more speed!
Flexibility: Tennis uses a lot of twisting and turning to get the job done, making it a great way to increase your flexibility. Flexibility is something we need to keep moving smoothly without injuries.
Coordination: Your hand-eye coordination and footwork can significantly improve when playing badminton. Good coordination is helpful in making you play better, and in other activities as well.
Court Size: The badminton court is 20x44 feet for singles. The court is 20 feet by 20 feet for doubles matches. Understating the correct size will enable you to know precisely where to play.
Scoring: Points are scored when the shuttlecock lands in your opponent’s side of the court. Whoever scores 21 points first, wins the game, but you need to win by two points to be declared the winner.
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