Five Benefits of Playing Paintball

Paintball is undoubtedly one of the most fun and exhilarating sports out there, but then we are a little biased. So for those of you who still need a little convincing here’s a look at some of the lesser know benefits of a game of paintball.

1. It’s a great way to stay in shape

The average paintball player burns 420 calories per hour without even realising it, when you’re running around dodging paintballs it’s easy to forget just how much exercise you’re actually doing. A full day of paintball is a great cardiovascular workout, and even after a couple of games you’ll suddenly realise just how much exercise you’ve actually been doing. Paintball’s not only great for building up your stamina, it’s also good for toning up those areas you didn’t even know existed. It’s amazing what you’ll do to avoid being hit and crouching, crawling, running, and jumping all add to the full body work you’ll get from a game of paintball. So for a truly unique way to stay in shape paintball is the perfect choice.

2. It’s great for getting rid of stress

If you’re feeling a little bit stressed out, there’s no better way to get rid of all that built up frustration than by heading down to your nearest paintball site and unleashing your inner action hero. In the heat of battle the last thing on your mind are all the stresses and strains of daily life, giving you some much needed down time. It’s surprising just how relaxing running around the woods dodging paintballs can be! Not only does playing paintball relieve stress it’s also a great way of getting some revenge on your mates or work colleagues. Apparently elephants never forget, and neither do paintball players. So get ready to dish out some serious payback and let off a bit of steam in the process.

3. It helps build teamwork

There are loads of different paintball games, from capture the flag to classic elimination games, nearly all of which require a huge amount of teamwork. Working well as a team is essential and because teamwork plays such an important role in paintball, it’s a really effective way of bringing a team together. Some of the largest companies in the country use paintball as a team building activity and it’s also the perfect opportunity to cover some of your more annoying colleagues in paint! Even if you find yourself in a team full of total strangers, you’ll be working as a team to take out your opponents in no time.

4. You Get to be a big kid for the day!

For one day only you can have a day off from being a sensible, mature adult and just go wild. Too good to be true right? Well there are a few obvious rules regarding safety, for example no head shots, but other than that you’re free to have as much fun as you can handle. Paintball can be enjoyed by people of almost any age and it’s the perfect activity for kids and big kids alike! Anybody above the age of eight can give paintball a go, so as long as you’re young at heart you’re never too old to suit up, grab a paintball gun and show the youngsters how it’s really done.

5. You get to unleash your competitive side

No matter how much we may try and hide it, we all have an inbuilt competitive streak just waiting to be let loose. It’s amazing how competitive even the most laid back people can get during a game of paintball and there’s no better place to let it all out than at the paintball park. The games played in paintball are tailor made to bring out your competitive streak and when it’s a case of shoot or be shot you’ll really find out just how competitive you are. That said, the main purpose of paintball is to have a bit of fun so don’t take it too seriously!