Does Pickleball Burn Calories and Get You Fit?

If you've spent any time at a local park lately, you've probably seen the courts packed with people of all ages, which leads to the obvious question: does pickleball burn calories or is it just a social hour with paddles? The short answer is a resounding yes, but the specifics depend on how hard you're actually swinging that paddle. ...

May 10, 2026 · 7 min · Rorell Tamorri