the myths of correct tennis technique
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The Myths of Correct Tennis Technique
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Tennis was originated in England around 19th century and now played by most of the countries in the world.
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There are some misconceptions that control the players game tactic and sometimes players loose
the right shot.
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Most of these myths are passed down from tennis coaches to students and don't change over time.
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Every player follows a technique that ultimately leads to make a good shot.
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But most tennis techniques are outdated and not useful in current era, that's the reason some part of the ancient
techniques are myths for current players.
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Let's know more about these myths:-
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Myth :- Always move forward and step in to hit a forehand and backhand
It's not always possible to step into every shot and move forward------ different situation needs
different footwork.
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It's impossible to move forward in every shot and every player has their own playing tactics (Forward, backward, sideways,
sideways and back, sideways and forward, etc.) to follow as per the game needs.
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Myth :- Racket back
This myth says the player should take the racket back faster for
a good shot.
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But when the player takes the racket back it makes him feel rushed and lack
of power.
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The player should take their racket back in smooth, efficient and dynamic manner that suits the situation of
the game.
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Myth :- Player should follow a natural technique
The myth says a player should not think of new techniques rather it will develop on its own.
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But it doesn't happen on its own, rather the player uses optimum effort to generate his techniques to get a good score in the
game.
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Myth :- Do not wait for the ball
This myth sometimes makes the player to rush and panic, that results to fail a proper shot.
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But the current players actually know how to hold the ball means player waits for the ball and then makes the right shot.
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Myth :- Take small steps
A good position gives your mind to think what shot you will play but when your mind is busy in thinking of how to take small steps for good shot then it will be a miss.
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Players shouldn't follow any myth rather they should let their feet to react naturally as per the situation of game.
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Myth :- Get ready and shoot perfectly
The myth says as soon as the player enters to the court he is ready to give a good shot.
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Every player takes time to get adjusted with the wind, bad bounce or court type before delivering a good shots.
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Myth :- Hit out in front
Always hitting the ball in front doesn't allow the player to play spontaneously rather
haphazardly.
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While playing no one can fix the hitting point rather the player uses all possible strike zones to hit the ball
perfectly.
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A player should know how to play both offensive and defensive shots in flexible contact points for getting a good
score in current era.