One of the most popular sports, golf provides both a physical and mental challenge. Golf tests you on solving the problem of getting the ball from the tee to the green with the smallest number of strokes. Physically, golf requires coordination, skill and stamina. If you ride in a cart, you still have to get in and out, walk to where the ball landed and swing the club.
Exercise
Golf requires a variety of movement. At the tee, you'll swing the golf club, which stretches your entire body. When you walk the course, you'll benefit from the aerobic activity. Even if you use a cart, you'll still have to do some walking.
Fresh Air
A full 18 holes of golf requires hours of being outdoors. Fresh air is invigorating, healthy and relaxing. When you play golf, you'll be surrounded by plants that take in carbon dioxide and emit plenty of oxygen. which benefits your body.
Sunshine
Playing golf requires you to be out in the sun. The sunshine helps your body to make vitamin D that will boost your mood and help your bones absorb calcium. But remember your sunscreen.
Business
The golf course is an extension of the office for many business people. Between shots you'll have time to discuss deals, without the stress of sitting in a stuffy office, wearing starched shirts. Between the course and the clubhouse, you can also network and meet other business people.
All Skill Levels Can Play
Regardless of your skill level, you can play golf with anyone at any skill level. Unlike tennis, a sport that requires hitting the ball back and forth, golf matches are often played with a handicapped score based on your ability.
Challenge for Everyone
Golf is a challenge for players at all levels. The beginning golfer can work on the basic game, while a more advanced golfer will want to fine-tune her swing and add finesse to her putting. According to Ben Hogan as stated on Golflifelessons.com, golf is a game of misses.
Social Benefits
Golf provides opportunities for friends to get together in a healthy setting. You can join a league or play when you're in the mood just to have fun with your friends.
Competition
Golf is a competitive sport on all levels---from beginner to advanced golfers. Whether you play with friends or in a league, your competitive nature can motivate you to get out on the course. Almost every golfer has a good day, a good hole or at least a good putt. Playing golf increases your opportunities for something to look back on, brag about and feel good about yourself.
Way to Relax
The combination of being outdoors, exercise and social aspects of golf provides a way to relax after a stressful day at the office. Most golf courses are maintained by professional groundskeepers, so the scenery is generally beautiful and relaxing.
Prizes
Even if you're not a professional golfer with opportunities to make hundreds of thousands on the tour and millions in endorsements, you can still win prizes as an amateur. Some of the smaller, local tournaments offer gift cards, golf equipment and other perks for playing well.
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