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Dec 25, 2024 49 min

Are rec leagues worth it?

from Net Net Hosted by Lizzy Marie, Lissa Lumutenga

Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of recreational sports leagues. From registration fees and equipment purchases to post-game hangouts, there are financial and time commitments that can add up quickly. While sports offer a lot of great physical benefits, they can also pose the risk of potential injury. Whether you're a weekend warrior or considering joining your first league, this episode is for you. Main Topics 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Running The Numbers Segment 02:48 What is a Recreational Sports League? 04:35 Financial Costs of Playing 06:41 The Risk of Injury 15:04 Emotional and Mental Costs 26:39 The Highs and Lows 30:39 Balancing Time and Commitment 35:35 Sharing Our Memorable Moments 42:25 Aging Athletes 44:48 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://sfia.org/resources/sfias-topline-participation-report-shows-strong-positive-trends-across-multiple-sports-and-fitness-categories-2/ https://www.sportsbusinessjournal.com/Articles/2024/06/03/sports-participation https://civicscience.com/americans-embrace-recreational-sports-leagues-to-improve-health-and-social-connections-post-pandemic/ Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!

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Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of recreational sports leagues. From registration fees and equipment purchases to post-game hangouts, there are financial and time commitments that can add up quickly. While sports offer a lot of great physical benefits, they can also pose the risk of potential injury. Whether you're a weekend warrior or considering joining your first league, this episode is for you.

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