Shot preparation is as important to making good shots as the actual execution itself. Without good preparation, your body isn’t capable of producing the power, balance and control needed to hit an effective shot.
Good shot preparation is made up of two key elements: footwork and racket preparation.
Footwork in shot preparation is basically getting to the ball. Most coaches will tell you that you should split-step, pivot the foot that is in the direction where the ball is heading and get to the ball as soon as possible. This is critical for establishing a solid foundation for a properly timed backswing.
Racket preparation is the backswing taken before the point of contact.
It may not sound like much, but racket preparation is a key to generating power because it is the source of your racket head speed, an essential to a hard ball. Here are the keys of getting the most out of your racket preparation.
For your shot to become the most effective, timing is critical. Late and early backswings lead to misplacement of your shots.
Courtesy: active.com
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