Communication isn’t always easy to get right. Some of us seem to get it wrong even when we’re dealing with simple everyday tasks. So it’s no surprise to see people failing at it when they’re placed in the pressure-cooker of an intense game of football. When the adrenaline is flowing and your body is under […]
Why 5-a-side is the Best Exercise you Can Do
Whether you play it for the love of the game, to get fit, to socialise with friends – or maybe a mix of all three – 5-a-side is arguably the best form of exercise that you can do. It provides an intense workout that few other sports can match, results in loads of social and mental benefits, […]
When 5-a-side Stops Being Fun – The 5-a-side Doctor
I’m always chatting to people about 5-a-side. Friends, acquaintances, taxi drivers – I always want to know if they play. But every now and then I come across somebody who tells me that they used to play but they quit because they stopped enjoying it. “Stopped enjoying it, are you crazy?!” I admit, sometimes that’s […]
The Physical and Mental Benefits of 5-a-side
Playing any form of 5-a-side soccer is a great way to get fit. In fact, in comparison to jogging and even the full 11-a-side game, 5-a-side comes out above both of these in terms of the benefits it offers. Just look at the evidence – even if you think you’re an old pro at 5-a-side […]
Control Your Anger and Enjoy Your Football
Picture the scene, it’s a Wednesday night, you’ve gone to the movies with your friends. You’ve been looking forward to seeing the latest blockbuster all week but on the way in you get less than satisfactory customer service from the cashier; it’s the snack vendor’s first day and takes he takes ages to get your […]