Tennis Elbow and How to Deal With It

Tennis elbow is a common term used for a condition that is caused by overuse of arm, forearm and hand muscles that stretches up till the elbow, resulting in a painfully searing condition.  Contrary to the popular definition, you don’t have to necessarily play tennis to get this, says Bangalore Raptors owner Mittu Chandilya.  Though the condition is prominently visible in tennis players, it can be troublesome for those who do the kind of work that involves a lot of arm and forearm activity.  

Tennis elbow is caused by either an abrupt or a subtle injury of the muscle and tendon area around the outside of the elbow. Overuse injury also affects the back or posterior part of the elbow as well. 

What are the symptoms of tennis elbow?

The symptoms of tennis elbow are all visible. The pain may extend around to the outside of the elbow. It may start off on a feeble note, but may increase suddenly. 

• The pain may elevate on shaking hands or squeezing objects.
• Moving the wrist with a little force, lifting, using tools, opening jars—in short anything that requires even a little effort and elevates the pain. 

Tennis elbow largely affects men, more than women. And it commonly affects tennis players and other athletes who participate in a lot of strenuous, physical activities. 

To reduce pain and inflammation, rest and avoid any activity that causes pain. You may also apply ice to the affected area. You may also take non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to control the inflammation. Meanwhile, avoid tight gripping and over-use of wrist. Using proper equipment and precautions while playing the game may also help avert injuries.

Champions Tennis League: Plans for Mittu Chandilya’s Bangalore Raptors

Mittu Chandilya, CEO, Air Asia India has revealed his plans for his Champions Tennis League Team Bangalore Raptors. Inga Chandilya, co-owner of Bangalore Raptors and Indian tennis legend Vijay Amritraj joined Mittu at a press conference in Bangalore. Mittu Chandilya has only recently acquired the Champions Tennis League franchise for Bangalore while Champions Tennis League is India’s first international tennis league launched by the Chandilyas in collaboration with Vijay Amritraj and All Indian Tennis Association.

Bangalore’s latest sports franchise named the Bangalore Raptors got its name globally crowd-sourced from both online and offline platforms. The Chandilyas cherished the idea of being fierce, prompt and smart and thus went with the name. Inspired by the world’s most famous breed of dinosaurs, the name of the Bangalore franchise specifies the essence and roots of the team. With great picks from the sports draft, Bangalore Raptors brings home international experience coupled with native talent. Eminent players from around the world are part of the team. Venus Williams, Feliciano Lopez, Thomas Enqvist and Ramkumar Ramanathan are a few of them. 

 “This is the first sports venture that my wife Inga and I are getting together as co-owners, the team is like our fourth child. We have put in a lot of thought in choosing the team colors, designing the logo and jersey. Blood Red and Midnight Black, signify the ferocity of the Velociraptors, our team and the vibrant nature of the game. The three claw scratches in the logo symbolize our three sons, who are growing up to love the game of tennis,” Mittu Chandilya said. 

Mittu has been a former tennis player himself and was trained by the tennis legend Ramesh Krishnan.

“It is a proud moment to gift the vibrant city of Bangalore its own Tennis League team. Our fellow Bangaloreans can expect fireworks, entertainment, fun and all-round energy from the Bangalore Raptors”, he quoted.

For more details: http://www.bangaloreraptors.com/

Conquering the Mind Game!

The power of mind is for all to experience, but for a sportsperson, especially a tennis player, the mind game is more than just fun and frolic. Most of the tennis players are well acquainted with the challenges that the game poses, especially when you talk about the other half—the ‘mental half’ of the tennis competition, says a renowned player from the Champions Tennis League. After all, it is all a play of psychology and many sports people spend hours a week just toughening up their senses.

Here is what players do to be all sport for the mind game!

 ->> One of the best mental repair tools is focus. You can probably murmur a single incantation all through: Just the ball, and it would be enough to guide you through the game. It helps in curing one of the biggest pitfalls. Whatever be the mood- angry, upset or annoyed, just repeat the phrase in loop and block out the negative thoughts. Bring your focus back on the game. 

->> You need concentration at your best when you are getting ready to return the serve. It is the time when your opponent has the ball and you think that it wouldn’t do harm to take a little time-off. Apparently, it does. It does cost you about one whole of a game. So while your opponent is preparing, focus on something undistracting. Don’t allow your thoughts to sway to something as stupid as a movie. Focus is the key. As the opponent tosses the ball, try to watch it coming out of her hand and concentrate on it. And as he hits the serve, say hit followed by bounce and then on your return swing say hit again!

Repeatedly telling yourself that you need to concentrate on the ball and by repeatedly chanting ‘get the ball’ can sure help you out with the mentally challenging game, says a player from the Bangalore tennis team.

For more details: http://www.bangaloreraptors.com/