Volleyball

There's no better time to get into sports than in the summer. In fact, many major sports tournaments, like the FIFA World Cup, and the summer Olympics, which include volleyball, swimming, and basketball, are all scheduled for months like June and July. This tells us that summers are the ideal time to leave all laziness behind and enjoy an enjoyable sport. Every sport has its benefits, and needless to say, not every sport is for everyone, which is why we have combined a list of five great sports to take up in the summers, from which you can choose what suits you best.   Swimming While many of us enjoy working up a sweat on a hot summer's day, chasing after a ball, it would be an understatement to say that not everyone likes that. If this hypothetical person sounds like you, swimming should be your go-to sport this summer. Swimming can be as exhausting as you want it to be; you can swim for fun, exercise, or even competitively. It is a delightful hobby, and your heart will be all the better for it. If you want to build up stamina but don't want to run for miles in the scorching sun, then look for the nearest pool to dive in.   Beach Volleyball Beach volleyball is the only sport on this list that is played exclusively in the summers. It is slightly different from indoor volleyball as it only requires two players on each team instead of the usual six. Although you have a certain fitness level to play this game, it still has a relatively easy learning curve. Playing this game will not only improve your focus but will also help you get into better shape. As beach volleyball is a team sport, it will help you socialize with other people, and who knows, if you've got the skills for it, you might start playing in a competitive league.   Cycling Next up on our list, we've got cycling. If you need a good cardio workout, you should try cycling. It serves as a great alternative to your car for your daily commute. It will significantly help reduce your carbon footprint, so you'll be doing the environment a huge favor. Furthermore, it is very straightforward to learn and is an inexpensive hobby.   Tennis Lastly, on this list, we have the incredibly entertaining yet competitive game of tennis. Some might say that it is a challenging sport to learn, which is true, but the thrill of playing such a sport and the joy of seeing your skills build up makes all the effort well worth it.   Bottom line Whether you are trying to get into a new sport or want to start over something you took up long ago, one thing is clear: summers are the best time for such activities. Everyone should take full advantage of the clear skies and pleasant weather by learning something productive.

The world of sports is an incredibly diverse and dense one. Each sport, from football and basketball to curling and ice skating, has an unfathomable amount of depth to it. It can be a truly magical journey going from learning the ropes to becoming a semi-pro or even professional-level player! With that said, let's get into the five sports we think you need to try because they're way too much fun:   1. Football I may be partial in this case because football is a sport really close to my heart and something I've played since I was a kid, but I can assure you that you'll have just as much fun with it as I have all my life! The fundamentals are simple; you have to kick the ball into the other team's net, and you can only use your feet (kind of) to do it.   2. Basketball It's no secret that you need to be tall if you want to make it big in basketball, but that doesn't mean you can't pick it up as a fun game to play on the weekends. The feeling of getting a three-pointer for the first time is unmatched by anything and gives you a high that you will be chasing for the rest of your basketball-playing career! All you need to get started is a basketball, a hoop, and a basic rundown of the rules.   3. Table Tennis Ping pong, you've probably seen Forrest Gump go crazy for it, and there's a good reason that happened! Table tennis is one of the most fun sports and is really simple to start. The rules are similar to tennis; the ball has to go over the net and bounce twice in the opponent's half or fall off the other side. Unlike tennis, it involves much less effort and is much easier to learn, so pick up a racket today and give it a shot!   4. Squash Think tennis, but against a wall. Squash is one of those sports where you really get to unleash all your frustration with a racket in your hand and a tennis ball in front of you. Jokes aside, squash is another somewhat niche but really fun sport that is best played with a friend and makes for a really good workout in the process! You'll probably need a squash court to get started, but you can also get away with just a horizontal line on a wall (acting as the net), and a racket and ball are essential.   5. Volleyball We’ve all seen the movie scenes of beach volleyball and wondered what it would be like to make a diving hit at the last second to get it over the net. Well, it’s time to stop wondering and go try it for yourself! Volleyball is essentially badminton with a football-like ball that is much lighter. The rules are to hit it with your hands and get the ball to drop in their half for a point. We hope we've been helpful, and until next time, goodbye!