Squash is a game that is played indoors. It requires the players to play with a squash racquet and a squash ball. Squash is a high-intensity sport and demands a top level of fitness. To play squash, one must be fit, agile, and strong. The players can be vulnerable to injuries if they do not have the requisite strengths and skills. Besides taking care of the body while playing squash to avoid injuries, players must take good care of their hands and nails.

So, how can they do so?

 

Holding the squash racquet perfectly:

In any sport requiring the players to have a bat, a racquet, or any other equipment, grip is paramount. Grip can make or break your game. Players with a good grip can excel in their game, while players with a poor grip tend to perform below par. In the case of squash, it is generally seen that the vast majority of top-quality players hold the racquet anywhere between the bottom and the top of the handle. The thumb and index finger form an excellent V shape around the squash grip. It would help to spread out your index finger a bit to have better control and feel over the squash racquet.

 

Use an overgrip:

Like tennis players, squash players use the replacement grip with an overgrip combination. Doing so requires a perfect grip combination for the squash racquet that provides comfort and absorbs sweat.

 

Taking care of your nails:

Keeping your nails short is essential for any athlete. Players must not have long nails. In the case of women athletes, there could be a possibility that they flaunt long and fancy nails. However, if you are playing a sport that involves holding sporting equipment like a bat or racquet, it is pivotal to cut your nails short. Long nails can lead to injuries.

Having a strong grip despite sweat:

Players involved in sports requiring handling of any sporting equipment must have a hand grip or GripStrong cream in their kit bags. It is also known as antiperspirant cream. These creams keep the sweat from accumulating on the palms that hold the sporting equipment. In the case of squash, players play holding squash racquets.

To ensure a firm grip over the racquet despite sweaty palms, a hand grip or GripStrong spray is applied. It forms a dry barrier over the skin to prevent sweat from gathering on your palms.


These are some ways to have a firm grip over your squash racquet while playing the sport and take care of your hands and nails.