Category: squash
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What is a powerplay in squash
There is a new rule floating around squash called a powerplay. For cricket fans, this term may sound familiar and relates to fielding restrictions. However, on the squash court, power play takes on a totally different meaning. What is a powerplay is Squash A powerplay is an option by which a player can score two…
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What is the correct way to hold a squash racket?
In this post on squash basics we explain the correct way to hold your racket so that you can hit straight drives, cross courts, drops, lobs, whatever you want, on both the forehand and backhand sides. How you hold a squash racket is the most important part of your game. Yes, even more important than…
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Can you use tennis string for squash?
This short post explains why using tennis strings on a Squash Racket is not a great idea, and which tennis string to use if you absolutely have to. If you are considering using tennis strings for your squash racket, don’t. Tennis strings are too hard for squash The most common type of tennis strings are…
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How to Improve Squash Footwork
In this post we talk about the most popular method to improve your footwork in squash: the star drill. The objective of this drill is to improve your stepping around the court and return to the T in the most efficient manner. In the process, it also strengthens your calf and quad muscles as quick…
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Is squash a winter sport?
Squash is a great year-round sport for every season; spring, summer, winter, fall. Whether it’s a freezing cold outside, or blazing hot noon, there is never a bad time for playing squash. This post is for those wanting to stay active during the winter when lethargy and the cold air keep us in our homes.…
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Is Squash Harder Than Tennis
There is an old debate on whether squash or tennis is harder. Lets enter the court and explore the similarities and differences between them, and make a meaningful comparison. This comparison will be made in terms of game speed, movement, strength and fitness, and overall difficulty. Which is faster? The speeds of the games can…
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Does Smoking Affect Stamina: Cigarettes, Vaping, Shisha, Nicotine
Smoking has long been recognized as a detriment to overall health, and its affect on stamina is the most obvious evidence for this. In this article, we delve into the effects of smoking on squash, and also look at vaping, cigars, weed, and alternative methods of nicotine consumption. Squash is a game of fitness and…
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Where can I play squash in Toronto?
Toronto offers an array of squash clubs that cater to players of all levels. These clubs boast (ha ha) state-of-the-art facilities and renowned coaching programs, attracting both recreational enthusiasts and professional players. In this article, we explore the top 5 places to play squash in Toronto, where we find pros training and PSA satellite tournaments…
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Prescription Squash Glasses
Squash Glasses are a necessary evil for all squash players. For those under 19 and university students in North America, they are mandatory. And for good reason too; getting hit by a squash ball or a racket in the eye can cause serious damage. After someone crosses 19 however, this squash glasses rule is lifted.…