Volleyball has so many hidden health benefits. For instance, did you know that for every 45 minutes of volleyball you burn 585 calories? Playing volleyball for long periods of time reduces the risk of hypertension, heart disease, and diabetes. Volleyball also enhances, strengthens, and improves hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and bone and joint health. Playing volleyball for long periods of time can also strengthen your upper body, arms, shoulders, thighs, and lower leg muscles. This is just a peek at how many health benefits that can come out of playing volleyball.