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Tennis: Proper Posture

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DESCRIPTION

Player works with the resistance band
Player slightly bends knees, keeping upper body straight and holding the resistance band at shoulder level
Player performs pulling action making sure that upper back muscles make all the work necessary for this action

COACHING POINTS

In this drill, the player works on strengthening upper back
Maintaining a proper posture in tennis improves balance and also allows for dynamic movements
It is extremely important for the player to control their own body while performing volleys at the net so the player should incorporate little drills like this to their warm up routine to prepare for what is ahead in training session or a competitive match

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Right leg balance:

The player stands behind balance platform. The player steps on the platform with right leg and tries to maintain balance.

Agility & Fitness

ABS Throw Overhead:

Sit close to the wall and put feet up on the wall. Lift your upper body and start throwing the ball overhead against the wall. Player has to maintain straight upper body to make sure that core muscles are working all the time. On the other hand, player also works on shoulders while throwing the ball.

Agility & Fitness