Golf is not only a popular sport to support lobbying or contribute to business development. However, it offers health benefits for the body, one of them is to promote longevity!
According to a recent research at Edinburgh University in Scotland, it is suggested that golf can improve cardiovascular, respiratory, and metabolic health. According to Dr. Andrew Murray, the main leader of research projects in the field of golf and health, moderate physical activity such as in golf can improve life expectancy. This exercise can prevent and help to control more than 40 chronic diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, breast cancer, and gastrointestinal tract.
On a standard course consisting 18-holes, most players will walk around 6 to 12 kilometers. This distance can burn at least 500 calories, especially if you are not using a buggy when moving from one location to another while playing golf.
In terms of location, golf offers a green view. Such an environment exposes you to the fresh air and sunlight. It can help increase vitamin D level in the body. Meanwhile, the activity of moving a golf club can help support the body’s resistance and balance.
No wonder golf is one of activities that has a range of health benefits, including supporting the health of heart and blood vessels, respiratory tract, and body’s metabolism, so that it can promote longevity. Golf is also good for mental health, especially in increasing self-confidence and well-being, as well as reducing the risk of anxiety, depression, and dementia.