Train Smarter: Warm Up Right After 50
A proper warm-up is your secret weapon. After 50, your joints may feel a bit stiffer and your muscles need more time to fire. Taking a few focused minutes before golf, tennis, or the gym sets you up to move…
JULY 2026
JULY 2026
Zheng Manqing: Grandmaster of Tai Chi
Zheng Manqing (1902–1975) was a legendary figure in modern Chinese history. Hailing from Yongjia (now Wenzhou), Zhejiang Province, he was a true polymath, proficient in poetry, calligraphy, painting, medicine, and martial arts earning him the title of “Master of Five…
Train Smarter: Are You Actually Training Your Core?
INTRODUCTION When most people think of core training, they picture crunches, situps, or maybe a few planks thrown in at the end of a workout. But your core is far more than just “abs”, and the way you train it…
Train Smarter: Strength Training Myths That Hold People Back (Especially After 50)
Strength training is one of the most valuable tools for maintaining health, independence, and performance after 50 — yet many people still hesitate to include it in their weekly routine. Strength training plays a quiet but essential role in helping…
RSGC Annual Tennis Championship 2025
The much-anticipated RSGC Annual Tennis Championship 2025 kicked off on Wednesday, 1 October, on the Club’s pristine grass courts. This month-long tournament featured four main categories: Men’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles. Group matches were played in…
Train Smarter: Why Power Training Isn’t Just for Athletes
INTRODUCTION When people think of “power training,” they often imagine Olympic lifters or sprinters exploding off the blocks. But power, the ability to move with speed and force, is something we all need, especially as we get older. From climbing…
RSGC Annual Junior Tennis Championship 2025
The RSGC Annual Junior Tennis Championship 2025 was successfully held on 2 November 2025 across the Club’s indoor and outdoor hard courts. The event brought together 50 junior players competing in the Under 8, Under 10, and Under 14 Boys…
Train Smarter: Mobility vs Flexibility — What’s the Difference and Why It Matters
Intorduction Mobility and flexibility are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same. Understanding the difference can help you move better, feel better, and train more effectively, especially as you get older. Whether you’re golfing, swimming, or just want to…
September Socials: Pickleball and Tennis Bring Members Together
September saw RSGC Members coming together for two friendly socials—one on the Pickleball courts and one on the Grass Courts, reflecting participation, light competition, and community spirit. PICKLEBALL SOCIAL – LEARNING WITH A SOCIAL TWIST The Pickleball Social began with…
Train Smarter: How to Structure Your Weekly Training for Results (50+ Edition)
INTRODUCTION If you’re 50 or older and want to stay active, strong, and injury-free for the long term, how you structure your weekly training matters more than ever. Many of us at this stage of life are already playing sports…