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Ever wonder what drives our players to choose table tennis?

Wonder no more as here are some players of our university sharing with us their journey.

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐒

The strokes and strategies that once were used by table tennis players to reach a world-class level are now much less effective as the old has been replaced with better equipment, more efficient strokes, and more advanced playing styles.

Thus we must always bear in our mind that we must stay ahead of the game by thinking about how the game is currently played and thinking about what advancements can beat the current game of the world’s top players.

Here are some predictions about 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐒.

𝘽𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖 𝙣𝙖𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙨𝙚𝙡𝙫𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙮!

A podium finnish is not just a three step platform taken to earn a medal but it is an unending staircase with uneven steps that everyone shall take before having to hold a medal and stand on the highest step. Three of the players who are featured today may have stood on the highest even at a young age but the flight of stairs they have to take to get there was a challenge. It is their determination, hardwork, and discipline that pushed them to the top.

Fan Zhendong , Ma Long, and Hugo Calderano are three of the most famous table tennis playerd in the world earning top spot, 2nd spot and 6th spot respectively in the table tennis world ranking. They have started at a very young age, playing at the age of 8 and entering tournaments in their teenage years but until now they are till dominating the world of table tennis.

𝟓 𝐅𝐔𝐍 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐒

Ever wonder what are some fun facts about the sport table tennis?

Well, don't worry as here are some of them!

𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐒

Table tennis is a well-known sport played in the Philippines. Even though it is popular, only a few engage due to the fact that they haven’t tried it yet. So we are sharing some basic knowledge of how to play table tennis for you to be encouraged and to explore more significantly in the field of sports.

𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙛𝙪𝙣, 𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙖𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙥𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝?

Discover the impressive benefits of table tennis for your mind and body! When it comes to staying fit and healthy, table tennis is an excellent choice that provides a wide range of benefits for your mind and body. Not only is table tennis a great way to improve hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and cardiovascular health, but research has also proven it can help with concentration, cognitive function, and stress relief. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, table tennis is easy to learn and provides endless hours of entertainment.

Plus, it can be played solo or with others, making it the perfect activity for individuals looking to improve their social skills. Playing table tennis is a low-impact activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and fitness levels. Furthermore, table tennis is a highly versatile game that can be played indoors or outdoors all year round.

So, why not try table tennis today and discover how beneficial it can be for your overall health and well-being?

Are you 𝙍𝙀𝘼𝘿𝙔 to hit the ball and 𝙎𝙈𝘼𝙎𝙃 your 𝙊𝙋𝙋𝙊𝙉𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙎?

Get your rackets up as we introduce to you a sport that will help you boost your health and mental wellbeing!

𝑻𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑻𝒆𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒔 or pingpong and whiff-whaff as we commonly call it, is a sport that originated in England in the late 19th century. It was first played by the middle class victorian and was eventually adopted as Table Tennis in 1921. In the 1920's, the game was already played around the world and the first world championship was held in London in 1926. Table Tennis then became an Olympic sport in 1988 being played in singles and doubles both in men and women categories.

The game is played on a flat table with two equal courts divided by a net. It can be played in singles where only one player is playing at each side of the table and in doubles where two players play side by side on both courts.The players use a wooden racket with black and red rubber on opposite side to hit the small hollow ball. The objective of the game is to hit the ball with a racket with a goal to reach the opponent's side of the table where the opponent could not reach or hit the ball back in order to gain a point.

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤!

A fun fact about the sport we are introducing is that it is originally called "𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐟-𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐟𝐟." Do you have any idea what it is?

If you believe the phrase "you are what you think," then your ideas are the source of your life. However, we cannot rely just on our ideas; in order to actualize our objectives, we must transform our thoughts into words, and then into deeds.

Affirmations assist us to cleanse our ideas and remodeling our brain's dynamics such that we actually believe nothing is impossible. Affirmations do assist us to believe in the possibility of an activity we want to take.

So go ahead and speak your mind; let go of your anxieties and anger, forecast your own destiny, and live up to your full potential with these ten affirmations that will transform your life.

Hey besties!

We are at our finals week and so we bring to you these foods that will help you boost your brain power.

Good luck on your exams besties!

Fighting!

Exercise and physical activity have been proven to benefit people of all ages. We are built to move, and many of our body's functions work better when we are physically active on a daily basis. We at Project Paglaygay make certain that, regardless of your jam-packed schedule due primarily to online classes, your physical health is taken care of. You might consider trying these basic yet effective home exercises. Go get that physique, bestie!

Whenever someone opens up to you, remember to not invalidate their feelings rather, show that you are listening even if you disagree because that’s what they need right now. Don’t be that kind of person. Don’t invalidate people’s struggles just because other people had it worse. People’s feelings are valid and they matter, whether we understand them or not. They are just trying to express how they feel.

Below is one of the worse things that we can do to other people: dismiss, invalidate, or minimize someone else’s feelings or experiences.

The pandemic and the workloads in school had put so much toll on our mental health. And as fellow students, we know that your feelings are valid and we are here to help you. It's ok not to be ok so seek help because you are not alone. We are here to help you, and here is the mental health crisis hotline by the Department of Health which you could dial if you want someone to talk to regarding your mental health.

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We have already suffered significant adverse effects due to the pandemic. Aside from health concerns the great majority of students are dealing with educational disruption.

If you're determined to conquer this new normal educational practice, make a commitment to
using positive daily affirmations for the next week, month, or even year. It takes time to
reprogram negative self-talk, but once you do, you'll feel more secure in your talents and
inspired to turn difficult situations into opportunities for learning and progress. Here's 10
positive affirmations that students can use to face this e-learning setup.

Hey bestie!

A consistent healthy diet helps build and maintain your healthy body. Here are 5 variety foods that should be included in your own diet plan. Take the initiative to eat and live healthy, bestie!

Also, don’t forget to stay hydrated, beb!

Hygiene is going to be a key consumer question post-COVID. Our sanitized stay offerings and commitment towards ensuring minimal contact-based check-in is an important step.
The benefit of effective hygiene is to keep yourself and your surroundings clean. Hygiene is critical for disease prevention and overall health. Maintaining social relationships also necessitates good personal hygiene.

Sleep is very important. One of the most important things you can do for your health and well-being is to try to have a peaceful night and get enough sleep and rest. Good sleep is vital for various aspects of brain function. It can improve your focus, concentration, productivity, and performance.

Here are 11 Hygienic and Sleep Facts You Need to Know:

Our health must be our utmost priority, but it is easy to overlook when life becomes hectic. The desire to let good habits slip is inevitable, but doing so will only make it more difficult to reach the lofty personal goals that have us running on empty right now. Make yourself a priority by applying these wellness pieces of advice for students, both on and off-campus. You'll pat yourself on the back afterwards for doing so.

Do you have the right to feel what you are feeling?
The answer is a simple yes.

Here’s a reminder for you, bestie:
You are important.
You are loved.
You have every right to feel whatever emotion you want.
You are not sensitive.
You are not dramatic.
Your feelings are valid.

Do not let anyone shame you into pretending you are fine. Your feelings aren’t up to them to decide.

“You will get through this at your own pace. You got this, bestie!”

An important part of keeping fit and healthy is to take care of your own mental health. There are plenty of things you can do to help make sure you keep yourself mentally healthy. It’s important to take care of yourself and get the most from life. Below are 6 practical ways to look after your mental health. Making simple changes to how you live doesn’t need to cost a fortune or take up loads of time. Anyone can follow this advice. Why not start today?

Stay mentally healthy bestie!

As a home-learning student, the online school was difficult to acclimate to because we had not been trained through simulations or practices prior. Students said the home-study program was much more onerous than normal classes. "Normal classes may have been difficult, but having friends makes it so much more manageable and less stressful," said one student. "Online classes take away the benefits of having friends to socialize with and leave you alone with nothing but assignments."

Here are the 10 positive affirmations for college students.

Affirmations can make you feel more self-assured by increasing your positive self-esteem and your belief in your capacity to attain your goals. They can also aid with anxiety symptoms such as panic, worry, and self-doubt.

Hey, bestie!

Are you having trouble finding what's the best food to eat during classes and exams?

Say no more bestie! Because we care about you, here are some brain foods that could help you excel in class and exams.

Also bestie, don't forget to drink your water! Mwah!

Good evening, mga kalaygays!

Before we all go to sleep, please take time to read this post, as it may inspire or motivate you to practice meditation.

What is meditation? Here are 2 quotes that best describe it:

1. "Your goal is not to battle with the mind, but to witness the mind."
- Swami Muktananda

2. "Meditation is a process of lightening up, of trusting the basic goodness of what we have and who we are, and of realizing that any wisdom that exists, exists in what we already have. We can lead our life so as to become more awake to who we are and what we’re doing rather than trying to improve or change or get rid of who we are or what we’re doing. The key is to wake up, to become more alert, more inquisitive and curious about ourselves."
- Pema Chodron

In conclusion, meditation is about acceptance of the present version of ourselves. If you haven't tried meditation, THIS IS THE SIGN! ✨ Attached in the comment section is a guided meditation video that you can try, or you can search the net for the video that suits you the best! Once again, good night, and don't forget that the universe loves us!

References:
Seale, Q. (2021, April 8 ). 25 meditation quotes to give you peace. KeepInspiring.me. Retrieved October 27, 2021, from https://www.keepinspiring.me/25-meditation-quotes/.

"Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self."
- The Bhagavad Gita

Yoga is from the Sanskrit word "Yuj," which means "to join or unite." As we perform yoga, we practice unity between our consciousness and that of the universe, reflecting a perfect harmony not only with our mind and body but also with man and nature.

Every day, we focus more on external aspects of our lives, overthinking the future and remembering the past; we only spend a little time looking into ourselves and analyzing our emotions and feelings in the present. We have this famous quote, "I-resched ko lang breakdown ko, kay damo pa ko ulubrahon." We should acknowledge all of our emotions, no matter how negative they can get, because we can only let go if we have reached acceptance.

Don't forget to take care of yourselves, not only physically and mentally but also spiritually. Here's a short yoga routine that you can do at any time of the day! Let's spare some time focusing on ourselves, even for a couple of minutes, and be one with the universe.

References:
Basavaraddi, I. (2015, April 13). Yoga: Its Origin, History, and Development. Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. Retrieved October 27, 2021, from https://www.mea.gov.in/search-result.htm?25096%2FYoga%3A_su_origen%2C_historia_y_desarrollo.

As students in the middle of the pandemic, we are all deprived of good sleep. Oftentimes, we stay up late because of anxiety, insomnia, workloads, or lack of exercise. But did you know that sleeping early is the golden key to a healthy body?

Here are some of the exercises you can try before bed to boost your metabolism and help you fall asleep faster! These movements will be your first step to enjoy a good night's rest✨🤗

Students are constantly seeking a peaceful night's sleep. Then comes the never-ending schoolwork and the deadline rush. As reality sets in, most students are sleep deprived. Getting enough sleep is critical for both our mental and physical well-being.

Improve your sleep by adopting some positive lifestyle changes and maintaining a consistent sleeping pattern.

Know how much sleep you need and get it, bestie!😉✨

Hey bestie! Wellness break is over! We are now swamped again by assignments, tasks, and deadlines.

With that, we share to you these affirmations that you can use whenever you feel like you need to take a moment for yourself to feel better.

Don't forget to ✨pahuway✨ samtang gapadayon bestie. We are with you, always. 💖

Hi, Bestie! We may not know each other personally, but I want you to hear this—you are worthy of your existence; you are loved; you are beautiful just the way you are.

Please take time to read and ponder the messages that I have sent you below. Take care!

A year has passed since we switched to the new normal mode of learning—virtual and modular. The time constraint imposed on us by the demand for flexible learning is overwhelming. Sometimes, we do not eat on time or even skip our meals. With it, we are neglecting our responsibility to fuel our body with the nutrients and energy it needs for the day.

Cheer up, Bestie!

Here are some ways to promote healthy eating habits while on the premises of our homes.