Croquet: a hit for health

This is a video commissioned by Croquet Victoria for allied health professionals who may be considering different sports their patients could pursue. Croquet is easy on the body given it is a low impact activity It is generally played in an upright position with some gentle bending at the knees or hips Does not require any significant twisting of the body or spine The swinging of the (approximately 1kg) mallet is usually done with a smooth, gentle motion, mainly at the shoulders, whilst gripping the mallet handle with the hands Find your local croquet club (in Victoria/southern NSW, Australia) via , or write to us at secretary@ or like us on Facebook ().