We're seeing pickleball hysteria across the country! Fans of tennis, badminton, even table tennis—are crazed for this game. This popular sport needs a place to grow: why not at gyms?

Alongside traditional amenities like cardio and strength training, gyms are starting to offer dedicated space to pickleball. They too, are seeing popularity explode, and often have their courts packed. Here are a few reasons why: 

• Workout (and play) under one roof: Gym-goers must be delighted to have their favorite activities in a single spot. You might do some cardio to warm up for your match, or cool down with laps in a pool. No mater your preference, the convenience is unmatched. 
• Improve cardiovascular health: Pickleball is a fast-paced sport that'll get your heart pumping and blood flowing! Playing often will likely improve heart health and reduce your risk of heart disease. Why is that?

Well, an entire pickleball match may last anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes—full of shifting, pushing, running and changing direction—that'll exercise all body parts. The constant agile movement needed to react to the ball certainly tests your cardio system.

• Social fun: Pickleball is a game played together, in cohesion with friends/teammates. Best to play a match with your gym buddies, right? Playing pick-up pickleball games also ensures you'll meet new folks at your local gym.

Played either in pairs or doubles, you rely and trust your teammate to help score. Have you ever played a team sport with a buddy for a long time? You'll know that good chemistry and learning each others' strengths and weaknesses go a long way.

• Everybody wins: As long as the gym has enough space, adding pickleball as an amenity is a no-brainer. Members get a familiar location and area to play, and gyms get an awesome feature to attract new members.