When I first started playing pickleball, my only goal was to have fun and get some exercise. But as I got hooked on this addictive sport, my ambitions began to grow. Suddenly, I found myself setting all sorts of goals! From improving my rating to mastering dinking to even starting this blog and becoming a PPR certified pickleball coach.
The more I talk to other pickleball players, the more I realize how diverse everyone’s motivations are. For some, the pure joy of playing and socializing is enough. Others relish the competitive drive, fixating on drilling and crushing anyone that steps onto the court, regardless of age or ability (booooo!). But most see pickleball as a path to better overall fitness and wellness.
So what are the most common objectives picklers set for themselves? And what are the best practices for making steady progress toward those goals? If you are looking at how to improve your pickleball game, read on!