R&A Shares Important Mental and Physical Health Information About Golf

Golf is one of the most popular sports in the world. There are millions of recreational golfers in the world who play this sport regularly for fun. Hence, there are plenty of golf courses around the world as well. Moreover, there are two governing bodies in golf, the USGA and R&A, who look after the rules and regulations of the game. 

The USGA is based in the United States, while the R&A is in England. Notably, apart from looking after the rules and regulations of the game, they even share other aspects about golf and try to bust the myths. And recently, the R&A shared how golf is beneficial for both physical and mental health. 

Health benefits of playing golf

We all know the popularity of golf as a leisure game across the world. And since there is no age limit, even a four-year-old or a 90-year-old can play the sport. Hence, we see plenty of people every year taking up the game. Recently, the R&A has published the health benefits of playing this sport to spread awareness. 

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The chief executive of The R&A, Martin Slumbers, said, “The scientific research clearly shows that there are significant physical and mental health benefits to be gained from playing golf. We believe that golf can provide a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to have fun, get fit and socialize with family and friends.” 

Hence, we see a lot of businessmen or other athletes playing golf during their leisure time as it helps them with their fitness and provides a great time with friends. Meanwhile, the USGA and R&A are doing an excellent job in making this sport popular around the world. 

So we need to encourage more and more people to practice the sport as it is not only beneficial for their physical health but also their mental health. 

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