Safety & Training
Warm-ups, strength, balance, fall prevention, and injury-smart play for 55+.
- Court shoes and avoiding falls Falls are the number-one injury in pickleball, and the biggest prevention tool is the shoes on your feet. Here's what to wear, what to avoid, and how to move safely on the court.
- A 5-minute pickleball warmup for players 55+ A simple, joint-friendly warmup designed for players in their fifties, sixties, and beyond. Five minutes, no equipment, and it dramatically reduces injury risk.
- Heat and hydration for pickleball players 55+ Outdoor pickleball in the heat is more dangerous than most people realize, especially for players in their fifties and beyond. Here's how to stay safe, spot warning signs, and know when to walk off the court.
- Pickleball elbow: preventing and managing lateral epicondylitis Tennis elbow is the most common overuse injury in pickleball, and it's often caused by grip and technique mistakes that are easy to fix. Here's how to prevent it, spot the early signs, and recover without quitting the sport.
- Knees and pickleball: protecting the joint that does all the work Pickleball is easier on the knees than tennis, but it's not easy. Here's how to protect your knees, what warning signs to take seriously, and when to modify your play.