POLO-THE UNKNOWN BENEFITS

 

POLO-THE UNKNOWN BENEFITS

BY-GOURI.K

The regal game polo, still unknown to many in India possess important health aspects that does not meet the eye of the players nor the spectators. India being the birthplace of modern polo and derived from the state Of Manipur, It Is Known As  ‘Sagol Kangjei ‘ , ‘Kanjai-Bazee’ , Or ‘Pulu’ Locally.

• AN ARENA FOR NETWORKING AND SOCIALISING.

Consisting of four mounted players, the game promotes the value of team work and networking which are important in today’s world. Networking opens the door of endless opportunities in front of an individual.

• FINESSES EMOTIONAL ,SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL ADROITNESS.

The ‘gentleman’s sport’, played by people from all walks of like is an ideal arena for socializing and improving emotional skills. Played using a mallet, the game also physically strengthens the players’ core muscles and escalates their agility and decision making skills.The equine sport played with a 3 to3 ¹⁄₂ inches and 3 ¹⁄₂  to 4 ¹⁄₂  ounces ball increases the hand eye coordination and motor skills tremendously.

• A GREAT STRESS BUSTER AND CARDIOVASCULAR EXERCISE.

Involving upper body, shoulder and arm strength, the game is a perfect cardiovascular exercise lasting 1 to 2 hours. The classic game involving team spirit is a great stress reliever causing an adrenaline rush among the players. Sources quote that “an hour of this activity can burn similar calories to a 30 minute jog or cycle”.

• INSTILLS DECISION MAKING SKILLS AND TRUST.

Relying and bonding with the polo pony, polo develops and instills decision making skills, confidence and elevates trusting instincts in the minds of players. A medium for weight loss and a complete package of benefits, it also elevates dexterity and confidence amongst many other expertises. Thus, polo is an ideal sport which can be taken up by any zealous personage .