Full bodyCardioIntermediate

Squash

Learn how to perform Squash, a Full body exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Wear indoor court shoes and protective eyewear. Warm up your shoulders, wrists, and ankles, then hit the ball a few times to warm it up.

STEP 2

Start phase

Start with gentle drives along the side wall. Return to the center of the court after each shot.

STEP 3

End phase

Slow your rallies and walk around the court as you finish. Let your breathing settle, then check your workout duration.

STEP 4

Target muscles

Quick changes of direction and lunges work your cardiovascular system and whole body. Use your legs to move and your torso and arm to swing the racket.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Keep a safe distance from your opponent's swing on the shared court. Stop the rally if the ball or racket might hit your opponent.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you hit and keep breathing through long rallies. Use breaks between points to settle your breathing.

STEP 7

Coach tip

Record the time spent playing squash. Do not enter scores, rally counts, or distance.

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