Love Pickleball? So Do We! Here's Some Great News.

If you've ever wrapped up a game with a big grin and thought, “Wow, I really needed that,” you’re not alone — and now, science officially agrees with you.

A new study from Saint Louis University, published in Frontiers in Sports Science, has confirmed what pickleball lovers have known all along: playing more pickleball can significantly boost your mental health.

Let’s take a look at what this research discovered and why it’s one more reason to grab your paddle and hit the court.

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The Science Behind the Smile

The study provides scientific evidence that playing more pickleball actually improves mental wellbeing. Here are the key findings:

Frequency and Duration Matter
Players who played three or more times per week, and for sessions lasting over two hours, scored significantly higher on standardized mental wellbeing tests than those who played less often.

A “Dose-Response” Relationship
The more you play (the “dose”), the greater the improvement in happiness and mental health (the “response”).

A Powerful Combination
Pickleball combines physical exercise with social connection, a combination especially effective for improving mental wellness and combating isolation among older adults.

Key Demographic
The most significant mental health boost was observed in players between the ages of 63 and 77.

One Important Note
Players with recent injuries reported lower wellbeing, emphasizing the importance of injury prevention through proper warm-ups, supportive footwear, and recovery.

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What It All Means

This study confirms what many pickleball players already know: consistent play is more than just fun — it’s a proven way to lift your mood, build social connections, and strengthen your overall mental health.

Read the full article HERE by Alex E. Weaver.

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