With today being Thanksgiving, it’s a great time to reflect for the things in your life you’re grateful for. For me, that means celebrating the sport that has brought so much joy to my life. 

Here are seven reasons to be thankful if you're a volleyball player.

1. Because I never had to wear this:

Or this:

Or this:

2. Because jumpers legs (and booty).

3. Because it’s a non-contact sport.

4. Because I can say I play the same sport as these badass chicks:

And these rad dudes. 

5. Because there’s no running.

6. Because nothing feels better than this:

Except this:

And this:

7. Because it’s a sport you can play for life.