Men love sports. Even both science and research back that up. Evolution and gender divide aside, playing sports is a great way to unwind and clear your mind. Imagine doing a great swing on the weekend after having closed a deal with an important yet tough client. Or venting out your frustrations so hard on kicking a football that you scored a field goal.
However, not everyone has the luxury to go to an exclusive country club to practice their swings for many reasons. First, there is the cost of membership in these elite country clubs. Second, there is a location issue as well as time limitation.
The Corona Virus has made virtual sports popular lately. The travel limitations and the virus scare have made people wary of traveling to get their sports fix. Even formula drivers, such as Lando Norris, got his fix for speed on a racing simulator.
Simulators have been used by sports enthusiasts way before the pandemic started. People who run in marathons and triathlons, for instance, use an online sports simulator to augment their training. It can help build the trainee’s performance and stamina. It also reduces the risks of injuries before the actual event.
The rise in technology has enabled sports lovers to enjoy playing their favorite sports indoors or even in their homes’ comfort. The best thing about it is, you can play it at any time of the day. The latest in virtual sports and simulations can make you feel like you are playing in a real field. You get to enjoy the game as you would outdoors.
If you cannot afford to buy your own simulation system, recreation centers allow you to book their facilities for some indoor fun. For instance, you can play golf all year round in an indoor driving range, where you can practice your swing, improve your distance, and analyze your spins.
Top Virtual Sports You Should Try
Here are some of the best virtual sports that you can try. You can buy them and have them installed in your home, or you can visit facilities where you can pay for them for a rental fee.
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Car Racing
If you want to know how it feels to be an F1 driver without the risk of car crashes, then you should definitely give virtual car racing a try. Some are so realistic that even professional F1 drivers, such as Charles Leclerc, do them for practice. You can also race with other players worldwide, allowing you to socialize and meet new friends who have the same interests.
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Golf
If only golf clubs were more common and not located outside of your city. With indoor golf, you can play your favorite game even from home. You can play it with your friends online and have a friendly competition. You can also join organized virtual tours to test your skills as you compete with other golfers worldwide.
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Cycling
Cycling simulations are one of the most realistic sports simulation games on the market. These games use rollers where you set your bicycles. Some virtual cycling platforms offer you real-world experience through features such as slopes and wind resistance. You can ride on your own, and like with other virtual games, you can compete in a virtual race. It also allows you to train all year round, no matter the weather.
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Running
If you love to work out on your treadmill, why not connect with other runners around the world? There are online platforms that allow you to run in a simulated environment. You may need to check first if your treadmill is supported. You may also need to use smart running shoes and a smartwatch. These devices will transmit your running data to the online platform that you are enrolled to. You can run and train on your own, or you can run with your buddies online.
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Soccer
Who knew that you could enjoy a soccer game indoors and away from the sun? You can play with your friends and family or on your own. You can test the power of your kicks in this fun and entertaining simulation sports game.
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Football
Of course, you can play American Football without the risk of being tackled down by your huge opponents. Test your throwing and passing skills, as well as your goal kicks in football simulations. You will be able to review your speed and accuracy, so you will know which needs improvement.
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Baseball
Play America’s favorite pastime right at your home. You can practice your batting in renowned and legendary stadiums. These simulation games will even measure your accuracy and the trajectories of your hits. You can also review the speed, as well as the placement of your pitch. You can play it for practice or training, or just plain fun.
The best thing about these simulation games is that they are safe to play with your kids. When you cannot go outside because of the lousy weather, you can be productive and hone your skills while staying at home. Or you can have fun at home while at the same time being physically active.
