How to build mental resilience in Squash
Whatever level you play at, whether you’re young or older, we all experience disappointment and face setbacks when we compete in sport. The difference between winning and losing a match, or quite plainly, the difference between a professional player and an amateur, is the speed at which they can brush off these setbacks, and get back to playing their best once more.
How Racket Sports Could Help You Live Forever
Racket sports, including squash, tennis, badminton, and table tennis, are not only exciting and engaging forms of physical activity but also provide numerous health benefits that could contribute to a longer, healthier life. Recent studies have highlighted the positive impact of these sports on longevity, mental health, and overall well-being.
The Best 3 Conditioned Games for Squash
Everyone will have their favourite conditioned games, if you’ve spent time trying to improve your game. As a coach, along with solo practice, I can’t recommend conditioned games with another player more highly!
Strength vs. Cardio: What’s More Important for Men Over 30?
As men hit their 30s and 40s, staying in shape becomes more challenging. Metabolism slows, muscle mass declines, and priorities shift. Many wonder…
PT’s in Langstone & Newport - 6 tips on how to choose the right Personal Trainer for you
Choosing the right personal trainer can be a game-changer for your fitness journey.
4 tools I used to gain 3,000 points on SquashLevels in 12 months (and how you can too!)
Hi, I’m Stephen Thompson. I learned this game as an adult, and now I teach juniors and other adults how to play it too.
A gift for life, not just for Christmas
This is an apt time of year to talk about gifts, in the run up to Christmas. But perhaps not in the way you might expect. I’m not talking about the latest iPhone (number 17 they are working on now, that makes me feel so old!), or a new virtual reality (VR) games console - although they do look fantastic.
What should I feed my child before sport?
As parents, one of our jobs is helping our young people have the best possible chance for success. This can cover anything from logistical support, driving to and from training sessions, making sure they have all the equipment they need for their sport, emotional support after a sporting disappointment or sharing in their joy from their successes.
Unlocking potential: why junior squash camps don’t just improve your squash..
When I was younger I remember I had so much energy. So much energy waiting to be used, to be directed towards sports, exploring, reading or towards less productive pursuits (gaming and such like).
