Egg Harbor Township Pickle Ball Courts
The winter can be one of the most un-motivating seasons out of them all. It gets darker earlier in the evening, the temperatures are colder, and it can feel “dreary”. There is this natural draw towards meals that are “cozier”, and days/evenings that keep one inside and wrapped up on the couch. For some, there is a true emotional struggle where one recognizes that during the winter months, they struggle with feelings of depression and lack of motivation. Ironically, there are a number of benefits that come from working out during the winter months. In South Jersey we know that there can be very cold days, and then there can be mild days that feel like spring is approaching quickly.
If you’re like me, exercising in a way that involves other people, is competitive, and it is outdoors, makes it feel a lot less like exercise. Pickle ball is a growing and well loved spot all over the United States, and it has found a greater presence into South Jersey. Cates Road is a road that runs through Egg Harbor Township that is a “connecting” road. If you aren’t familiar with driving through Egg Harbor Township, it would be easy to miss this addition to the community. These pickle ball courts were built along with basketball courts at the corner of 6 Atlas Lane Rd, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Getting outside during the winter will increase your exposure to the sun which will up your intake of Vitamin D. Exercise is already proven to boost your mood quickly and provides long-term benefits in relieving a number of symptoms. There is often the concern if it being freezing temperatures outside, but the more often you head out for a winter exercise session, the more comfortable it gets and you will become habituated to the cold quicker than those whose only dose is the five-minute dash from door to driveway.
What is great about these pickle ball courts is that it is “open play” which means you can put your paddle in the holders and move up as people play and move off. The courts are broken into 3 sections which allow anyone who is playing for the first few times, to start off on the beginner courts!
If you’re in need of some Vitamin D, quality time with a friend or partner, and some fresh air, head on over to the Egg Harbor Township Pickleball courts. (Make sure to bring your own paddles and pickle balls)
