Pickleball: A Prescription for Senior Wellbeing Revealed in Latest Survey

A recent survey conducted by Carewell, a North Carolina-based caregiving support company, reveals the profound impact of pickleball on the mental and physical wellbeing of older adults. With a focus on 1,000 Americans, the survey demonstrates that almost 70% of seniors experienced reduced stress and anxiety, while 64% found the sport to be uplifting.

Experts recommend proper warm-up, suitable footwear, and overall fitness to maximize the benefits of this increasingly popular and accessible sport for seniors.

“Around 36% of Gen Z and millennial players use physical activities like pickleball as a means to connect with their older family members, the survey found.”