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Tennis, anyone?
This classic sport offers a fun and vigorous cardio workout, the opportunity to socialize with friends old and new -- and cute clothes, too!
By Kat Tancock
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Socializing on the court and off
Just like the tango, it takes two -- or more -- to play tennis. "There is plenty of opportunity to mix with and meet new people and form strong friendships with people with a common interest," says Antoun. Most tennis clubs organize social events and competitions where members can get to know each other off the court as well as on, so even if your current social circle isn't into the game, you'll have no problem making tennis friends.
What gear do you need?
Any sports clothing will work for tennis, although pants, shorts or skirts with pockets are a better choice as you'll have somewhere to keep extra balls. But Antoun does recommend picking up a good pair of tennis shoes, since the game is high-impact with lots of stops and starts. He also suggests purchasing nothing more than a basic racquet to start with -- you can get more specialized once your game moves to a higher level. "Most basic racquet models are light and easy to play with, and will give players lots of control," he says.
However, if you're looking for an excuse to go shopping for new workout wear, there are tons of cute options that are tennis-specific. Here are a few of our favourite selections for tennis clothing and accessories.
Check out our slide show of must-have tennis gear on the next page!
Image courtesy of Bob Gevinski/WireImage.com
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