Laura Massaro is today ranked World No.2 Professional Squash Player. She is winner of 2013 Women’s World Open Squash Championship and has also won Squash World Team Championships Silver at 2008 Cairo, 2010 Palmerston and 2012 Nîmes. She is in conversation with Namita Nayyar President Women Fitness.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You started playing squash at young age of nine years and reached the pinnacle of success by winning 2013 Women’s World Open Squash Championship and playing 29 times in the World Tour Squash Finals (Including World Series Finals). What factors you consider were responsible that made you achieve that?
Ms. Laura Massaro:
I think it was a lot of hard work over a number of years. Nothing happens overnight in sport and I think dedication is key to being a successful athlete. From a squash/training point of view I think working on my technique has been massive in helping me improve my shots in matches under pressure. Also improving my movement and speed has been a big factor- although this is always a work in progress and something I need to stay on top of.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
How did you feel before and after winning 2013 Women’s World Open Squash Championship?
Ms. Laura Massaro:
Before the event I felt good. Training had gone well and I was coming off a win at the Windy City open in Chicago so I was confident. The world open is a unique event though and I knew I needed to play well all week. I was really nervous going into the final. The most nervous I have ever been before a squash match. It was cagey match where I didn’t play my best but I was pleased I managed to hold it together enough to win. Afterwards I was shocked to start and then when it started to sink in I was excited, proud and happy!
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
What exercises comprise your fitness regime or workout routine you shall like to share?
Ms. Laura Massaro:
One of the reasons I love training for squash is that no two days are the same. It has so many different elements and they all need training so my sessions for the week are made up of weights, agility, matches, technical swing sessions, high intensity sessions and solo practice.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Do you take some special diet or have a strict menu that you follow to remain healthy and physically fit?
Ms. Laura Massaro:
As squash is not a weight categorised sport you get all different shapes, heights and sizes. Diet is obviously huge in terms of eating for energy and getting the most out of yourself in terms of movement and speed. Personally I try to eat a high protien /low fat diet and keep a regular eye on my weight so it doesn’t slow me down on court.
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