5 Reasons Why Golf Is a Great Retirement Activity, #155
If you know anything about me, you know I’m a golf nut. I started the sport at age 14 and have enjoyed the challenge and activity it has brought to my life for the last 30 years. On this episode, I’m going to share five reasons why golf is a great retirement activity and how you can get started at any age.
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Why golf is a great low-impact workout [2:48]
Building your social network with golf [4:56]
Using golf to stay mentally strong [7:12]
Using golf to connect with the great outdoors [9:28]
Starting your golf journey [11:03]
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One of the best reasons to take up golf in retirement is the physical activity the sport provides. Golf is considered a low-impact sport, so as long as you hit the little white ball instead of the big planetary one you’re standing on, you're going to be just fine. While the fun of driving around in golf carts is an added bonus, choosing to walk the course with a bag cart is how you maximize the cardiovascular benefits. When all is said and done, you can walk 2-5 miles on average after a single game.
Another great golf benefit that is especially important to retirees is the social aspects of the game. Workplace social interaction is a hard loss for many just entering retirement. Even if you’re able to stay in touch with old coworkers, you may desire a more consistent social network. This is where joining a golf league or club can be a literal game changer. Golf is also a great way to spend quality time with those you love because the average game lasts 4.5 hours.
Staying whole with hole-in-ones
Aside from physical and social benefits, golf has tremendous mental benefits to keep your mind sharp after it’s left the office. While some sports have only a few core skills, golf requires careful strategy and consistent mastery of various shots and techniques. There is ALWAYS something a golfer can work on. Whether it’s their stance, swing, putting, chipping, or even how they play in different weather conditions. Golf provides no shortage of mental puzzles to keep the mind stimulated.
It’s no secret that fresh air and sunshine are critical to maintaining health at any age. This is especially true for retirees looking to live a long and healthy third act. Another great benefit to the game of golf is that it gets players outside for hours. Not just outside, but outside at some of the most beautiful locations on Earth. Most golf courses are between 120-140 acres with limited amounts of people, setting up a great environment to connect with the natural beauty around us. Listen to this episode for more on why golf is a great retirement activity!