SC Riessersee Tennis

15/06/2026

10/06/2026

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🎾 Tennis players may live nearly a decade longer than sedentary individuals.

That's not a typo. A major Danish study tracking over 8,500 people for more than 25 years found that regular tennis players gained an average of 9.7 years of life expectancy compared to those who remained inactive.

🔬 Here's why researchers think tennis stands out among other activities.

Tennis naturally mimics high intensity interval training. The short bursts of sprinting, quick direction changes, and explosive movements can improve cardiovascular fitness and metabolic health. Studies show racket sport participants had a 47% lower chance of all cause mortality.

💪 But there's more than cardio happening on the court.

Research found tennis players had significantly better grip strength and knee strength compared to non players. The multidirectional movement patterns challenge your body in ways that may build durability over time. Participants also showed lower obesity rates and reduced prevalence of heart disease.

🤝 Perhaps the most fascinating finding?

The social element matters enormously. The study authors suggest that much of the longevity benefit comes from social interaction. Playing with partners, building community, and reducing loneliness have been shown to impact health as profoundly as physical activity itself. Tennis requires another person, making connection unavoidable.

⚠️ Important context here.

This was an observational study, meaning it shows association, not causation. People who play tennis regularly may also have other lifestyle factors contributing to their longevity. Results vary by individual, and no single activity is a magic solution for health.

💡 The takeaway? Finding physical activities that combine movement with meaningful social connection may offer compounding benefits for your health span.

Pick up a racket. Find a partner. Play the long game. 🎾

Sources: Schnohr et al., Mayo Clinic Proceedings (2018)

16/05/2022

We ❤️ Tennis!

Hier geht's zur Platzreservierung für Mitglieder und Gäste:
https://scr-tennis.ebusy.de/

Wir wünschen euch eine tolle Saison 🎾

10/10/2021

Unsere Herren konnten gestern in der Halle des Tennisclubs in Murnau gegen den MTV Dießen 4:2 gewinnen, Gratulation :)

10/10/2021

Gestern beim BTV Talentino Kleinfeld Cup beim TC Krün hatten unsere Jugendwartin und unser Sportwart viel Spaß mit tollen Kids und Familys :)

04/10/2021

Schleiferlturnier :)

17/09/2021

Paolo the boss

22/08/2021

Wer bei unserem LK Turnier nicht mitspielen kann, ist vielleicht alt genug für den Kleinfeld-Cup beim TC Krün :)

17/08/2021

Life is better on the court :)

26/07/2021

Glückwunsch zur Meisterschaft für die SCR Tennis Teams

🎾 Damen 30:

https://www.btv.de/de/spielbetrieb/tabelle-spielplan.html?groupid=1637753

🎾 Herren:
https://www.btv.de/de/spielbetrieb/tabelle-spielplan.html?groupid=1629989

Unten im Bild seht ihr selbstverständlich die Damen 30 Mannschaft, die Herren wollten sich am Sonntagnachmittag bei Regen und Hagel nicht mehr ablichten lassen.

Die Herren 30 kämpfen am kommenden Sonntag ebenfalls um den Ligasieg beim Auswärtsspiel in Schongau.