Fresno Badminton

Here is some information about COVID-19 and vitamin D that I want to share. Summary: There is evidence that people with below normal vitamin D levels have poor outcomes if they catch COVID-19. Many people have below normal vitamin D levels from mid-fall through winter and spring. I suggest that anyone who is interested take this information to their healthcare provider to determine the best course of action for them. Eric... Article: "What to Know About Vitamin D and COVID-19" Highlights: "Several studies have linked vitamin D deficiency to coronavirus infection and more severe COVID-19. Experts are now investigating if taking vitamin D may help protect against severe COVID-19 symptoms. Even before these studies are finished, there are good reasons to consider taking a vitamin D supplement." Full article: https://www.healthline.com//what-to-know-about-vitamin-d-a Video: Does Vitamin D protect against COVID-19? https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/930152?src=soc_tw_share Article: The First Clinical Trial to Support Vitamin D therapy for COIVD-19: Administration of vitamin D reduced ICU admission for COVID-19 from 50% to 2%. https://medium.com//the-first-clinical-trial-to-support-vi Article: British government will recommend everyone consider taking a vitamin D supplement: https://inews.co.uk//vitamin-d-supplements-recommended-mat

Schedule update from Sonny for the Recreational Badminton class at Fresno State: Unfortunately there will not be a badminton class for the fall semester. Fresno State is planning to have the badminton class return for the spring semester which starts in January.

Student athletes, including badminton players, receive honors at Fresno City College. Click the photo to watch the video or read the article. https://abc30.com//186-scholar-athletes-honored-a/6308039/

Time to watch the legend https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MbDLAg1Lyo

Schedule update from Sonny: There won't be a summer semester Recreational Badminton class at Fresno State due to COVID-19 restrictions. Note: The summer semester ends on August 16th.

Announcing a Fresno Badminton community video chat. It's been more than 6 weeks since we've been able to go to the gym. Here's a chance to chat with your badminton friends. Anyone can join the chat. The chat will be open from 7 PM to 8 PM on Friday May 1st. To participate you will need to register in advance. The only requirements for registration are your name and email address. Click the following link to register:... https://us02web.zoom.us//tZ0ldeyhqTwrHNBLjhgED4mzPEJ1uWztU After registering you will receive an e-mail with instructions for joining the chat. Save that e-mail. You will need it to join the chat. If you join using your smart phone, you may need to install the Zoom app on your phone.

Badminton Home work out https://shopandbagel.com/products/badminton-solo-trainer

Here are some exercises you can do at home to keep in shape. No equipment needed. If you've found other resources please post them in the comments. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrR5i_EuOtM See more

NO MORE BREAK RACKET WITH YOUR DOUBLES PARTNET https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzTZNuk6ocE

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Update: Sonny says the class is cancelled for the remainder of the semester (through May 22nd).

This is a schedule update from Sonny for the Recreational Badminton class at Fresno State. The Recreational Badminton class at Fresno State is cancelled from Wednesday March 18 through Sunday April 26. You can read about the reasons for the cancellation in this letter from President Castro: http://fresnostate.edu//03_12_20_FINAL%20Implementation%20... The class is expected to resume on Wednesday April 29. Check back for updates.

This tournament has been rescheduled and will take place in September. Read more here: https://alittlemoresupport.org//sonicsmash-2020-sf-bay-ar/ Previous information:... Sonic Smash badminton tournament April 4th and 5th in Fremont. See details in the poster. Register here: https://alittlemoresupport.org//sonic-smash-2020-sf-bay-a/ See more

Reminder for the Recreational Badminton class at Fresno State: Beginning Sunday February 2nd the gym opens at 7 PM on Sundays. The full class schedule is here: https://www.facebook.com//a.6938887906260/3134492776565672

The Fresno City College women's badminton team is looking for players to join the team. See the poster for details.

Here is a schedule update from Sonny for the Spring 2020 Recreational Badminton class at Fresno State. The schedule has been finalized. The general schedule is: Sunday: 7 PM to midnight... Wednesday: 9 PM to midnight Friday: 6 PM to midnight See the class poster for schedule exceptions. Notes: There will be badminton this Friday January 17th from 6 PM to midnight. The schedule on Sundays is 5 PM to midnight until January 26th. Beginning February 2nd the schedule on Sundays will be 7 PM to midnight. There will be a tournament on Saturday May 23rd. Details will be posted later. Players must register before they play. Registration is done online. Registration instructions are here: https://www.facebook.com//a.6938887906260/2621720181176270