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What a Good-Looking Tennis Stroke Can Tell You About Your Game advice concepts gravity tennis technique tennis instruction theory Apr 27, 2023

What a Good-Looking Tennis Stroke Can Tell You About Your Game

Have you ever watched professional tennis players and been struck by the grace and beauty of their strokes? From Roger Federer's one-handed backhand to Serena Williams' powerful forehand, the look of their strokes is nothing short of...

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The TRUTH about Racket Weight Apr 27, 2023

The Truth About Racket Weight

There is a lot of misinformation about tennis racket weight that needs correcting. One common rumor is that only good players use small-headed, heavy rackets, while beginners should always use larger, lighter rackets. Lighter, larger rackets are also recommended for...

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How Much Should I Spend on a Tennis Racket? advice racket Apr 21, 2023

One of the most common questions I get asked as a tennis pro is which racket my student's should purchase. In this buying guide, I will advise you on the most important factors to consider to ensure you get a quality racket that fits your size and playing style, and...

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These 3 Physics Concepts will Change the way you Play Tennis concepts gravity tennis tennis instruction theory Apr 13, 2023

In this blog post we're going to be discussing 3 physics concepts that can improve your tennis. You may be asking, "Why physics?" Here's the answer: An understanding of the following concepts will allow you to better recognize the rhythmic patterns of tennis and in...

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Where Should You Stand in Tennis? (Hint: It's Not Always the Middle!) strategy tennis instruction where to stand Apr 06, 2023

Have you ever played someone who always seems to be in the right place at the right time? Do you get beaten by opponents with weaker strokes than you, even when you feel like you're playing pretty well? If the answer to these questions is yes, there is probably a simple reason why: They...

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What is the feeling of a perfect shot, and does it even matter? gravity tennis instruction technique Apr 04, 2023

Regardless of your playing level, you've experienced this at least once: the shot that just felt perfect.

What did it feel like? Chances are it felt different. It sounded different. It felt almost like the shot was automatic, like you could feel the shot coming even before...

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The Secret to Effortlessly Timing Your Strokes gravity tennis instruction technique Mar 31, 2023

Tennis is a game of rhythm. We all know this, but there is little to no information on what that rhythm is, exactly.

Once the ball is struck, it flies freely through the air with only one force acting on it - the force of gravity. As the ball rises, the ball's vertical...

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Are you "Forrest Gumping" It? gravity tennis instruction technique Mar 29, 2023

You're probably wondering what I mean by this provocative title. I'll explain:

In a pivotal part of the movie Forrest Gump, child Forrest is being chased by bullies. Confined to a stiff body-braces, he struggles to outrun them, until the braces unexpectedly break...

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Are Chronic Tennis Injuries Inevitable, or Preventable? injury instruction technique Mar 29, 2023

If you've fallen in love with tennis, you're likely all-to-familiar with the chronic pain and injury that comes with regular play.

You do your best to play with pain, change rackets, wear a brace, take regular breaks, and even go to a physical therapist, and while these actions...

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How do professional tennis players make it look so EASY? gravity tennis instruction technique Mar 29, 2023

My name is Scott and like many of you, I am a huge fan of professional tennis, particularly Roger Federer. I have always been fascinated by how effortless he makes the game look, even during practice sessions.

One day, a thought struck me- was Federer's ease a consequence of his mastery, or was...

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Slinger Bag Machine Review: A Machine for the Masses? ball machine equipment gear reviews tennis Dec 28, 2022

Is the Slinger Ball Machine truly more portable and versatile than competitors, all while being offered at a lower price? Let's take a deeper dive into this revolutionary redesign of the traditional tennis ball machine to find out if it lives up to expectations.

 

With a fabric enclosure...

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APeak Review: The Mental Tennis Training App apps reviews Dec 27, 2022

Do you underperform in your matches compared to your practices? Does your ability to focus vary widely from one practice or match to another? Do you struggle with self-doubt or negative self-talk? These are all elements of one of the most under-explored parts of tennis: the mental game. Though...

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