# Health & Well Being

Articles

Try Croquet Before You Retire

Thinking about retirement? Learn how Beryl found her passion for croquet before she retired, setting herself up for an active and social future.

One in Three Over 65 Will Fall This Year. Croquet will reduce your chances.

One in three Australians over 65 falls every year. Group-based balance activities reduce that risk by up to 64%. Croquet might be your answer.

New Study In The Lancet Suggests Only 6,000 Steps Are Needed a Day. Get Them With Croquet.

A major new study in The Lancet reveals that 7,000 steps a day can lower all-cause mortality risk by 47%. Learn how croquet is the perfect way to achieve this goal.

Mary Missed the Competition. Croquet Brought It Back.

A former squash star missed the thrill of competition after retiring. She found it with croquet. Discover how croquet can reignite your sporting passion

Could Croquet Halve Your Dementia Risk?

Research links 10,000 daily steps to 51% lower dementia risk. Add strategic thinking and social connection, and croquet covers all three. Here's the evidence.

A World Champion Explains Why Croquet Takes Years to Master

World champion Reg Bamford explains why croquet's old-fashioned reputation is hopelessly out of date. Discover why the sport is faster, younger, and more appealing than ever before.

The Health Benefits of Croquet for Australian Seniors

Croquet offers physical, cognitive, and social benefits for Australian seniors. This article presents the evidence and makes the case for Queensland Government investment in croquet as a preventive health intervention.

Croquet: Balance Training That Doesn't Feel Like Exercise

Want to stay steady on your feet without boring exercises? Croquet trains your balance while you play. Find your nearest Queensland club.

Croquet: Competition Your Body Can Handle

Miss competitive sport but your body won't cooperate? Croquet offers real competition without the impact. Find your nearest Queensland club.

Croquet: Where Wednesday Afternoons Start to Matter

Looking for something that gets you outside, keeps your mind sharp, and introduces you to good people? Croquet ticks all three boxes.

Croquet: The Outdoor Workout You'll Love

Tired of the gym? Discover the surprising fitness benefits of croquet. A fun, social, and effective outdoor workout for active retirees in Queensland.