Archive for April, 2009
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Where does Power come from?
What are the secrets of power? – Not trying but let it flow….
1. Just the thought of hitting “hard” will make you tense up and grip the racquet tightly. This does the exact opposite or what you are trying to achieve – it takes away your power.
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What to do when things go bad?
My forehand/backhand keeps missing wide?
Select a target rather than just cross court.
Select a safer target 2-3 feet inside the lines.
Keep you eyes still until you see the blur of your racquet go past your eyes – looking up re-directs your shot.
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Present Yourself for the Win – Posture and Attitude
Whenever we enter into a competition, our greatest opponent can be ourselves. We will misguide ourselves into thinking we are doing something we aren’t. For many, when faced with the realization that this is happening, will bridge the gap and improve greatly as an athlete and player. The one thing that is vital for finding [...]
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The Value of Tennis Rituals in Serving
Rituals are automatic responses to a situation. In life we have rituals for getting up, driving our cars, eating and sleeping. In tennis we have rituals as well when we serve that help us to operate on an “automatic” or non-thinking level.
The value of rituals in serving are many, here are 7:They remind [...]
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7 Habits of Highly Successful Tennis Professionals
1. Be “Pro” Active
Sure you have been teaching for years and may not need a lesson plan. But just as you would prepare to play a match, you still would need to review. So, have a game plan for your student or opponent and think about your last lesson or match [...]
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“Underspin” the “Otherspin”
Develop a Competitive Game with more Weapons
In today’s game “topspin” gets all the press. Everyone focuses how big the shots are, how much the pros use it and so most all the juniors and club players want to be like the pros.
When you listen to the talk about the really [...]
