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Footwork: Recovery Footwork
Progression 1: 1-Step Crossover Recovery Push off Shadow Strokes
The athlete lands on outside leg after swinging, takes a hard push off step with one crossover step landing in a split.
Try these drills as the first step when learning how to integrate proper recovery footwork patterns to your tennis game.
Footwork: Recovery Footwork
Progression 1: 1-Step Crossover Recovery Push off Shadow Strokes
The athlete lands on outside leg after swinging, takes a hard push off step with one crossover step landing in a split.
Try these drills as the first step when learning how to integrate proper recovery footwork patterns to your tennis game.
Moving to the backhand in forehand position simulates inside out forehand load stance. Combine this movement with a med ball or plate and you have an excellent power development and conditioning drill. Speed ladder is optional.
When choosing effective fitness drills, always ask:
- Does this drill target my main physical conditioning needs?
This drill is effective for:
1. Core work because of the rotational stability needed to control the resistance
2. Excellent conditioning and power work due to the rapid repititions utilizing high contractile speed while maintaining moderate resistance.
Do these drills have direct correlation with some phase of tennis?
1. Yes, it’s requires low center of gravity maintenance during the movement with a wide stance.
