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[quote=Anonymous]I started at 52, and it's been 3 years now. I love tennis, and have reached a solid intermediate level, but recognize that I will not be playing WTA anytime soon.

I do a private lesson once a week and a shared lesson with a friend once a week. Plus, I try to organize a singles match or at least hitting session once a week, and then play doubles twice a week.

Tennis is technical and strategic. So you need to have skill, endurance and quick thinking to be solid on the court.

Injuries that I've learned the hard way to avoid:
1) Tennis elbow. Explore different types of strings, different tensions and different racket weights until you get a combo that works for you and is kind on your arm. 
2) Plantar fasciitis. Stretch your feet and make sure not to wear your court shoes on the street, as they are really stiff. 
3) Core strength. I do pilates 3x per week to help with this.
4) Rest. Make sure to carve out 1-2 rest days per week and take multi-vitamins (esp magnesium) to allow your body to recover.[/quote]

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