i find the backhand very hard for me to practice with
2006-08-15 21:22:32 · 12 answers · asked by mimi 3 in Sports ➔ Tennis
I am going to be general here because I do not know if you are hitting one or two handed. Get prepared early. Watch your spacing between you and the ball. Not to close and not to far. The first (close) usually has more of negative impact. Try and hit the ball on the rise as opposed to letting it drop. Make sure your racket head is closed by changing your grip. Do not hold racket to firmly. Bend your knees. Make sure you start off in a closed stance. I would bet that if you focus in and handle all of these things then you will be off and running. Good luck .
2006-08-16 03:14:56 · answer #1 · answered by messtograves 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Find the right grip and stroke style for you. This is very important in any shot. For the backhand... On your positioning: you should have your knees bent, your torso turned (pretend that you have numbers on your back, you would want to show those numbers to your opponent), racket back, head straight, eyes on the ball...etc. For your serve... bend your knees, keep arms and shoulders relaxed, try and develop and smooth service motion, and don't forget to pronate (snap) your wrist--this is why most players use the continental grip because it naturally makes your wrists snap. Obviously it is not this easy, and these are all very basic information. It's really all in practice and finding what works and what doesn't. And also to improve in any stroke, you must focus on control and consistency before you start pounding your shots, be patient, tennis is a sport where time and repetition plays a massive role in getting better. good luck!
2016-03-16 22:49:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
overcome fear of the backhand with a little knowledge from a great training site:
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I feel that a good backhand begins with good footwork. Planting those feet is critical; many who have a poor backhand are falling backwards.
Other than that - just enjoy the game and play lots. Experience is the best way to improvement.
2006-08-19 12:17:58 · answer #3 · answered by bigbobbadoobob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At first its getting comfortable with the grip if you use a one handed backhand. Then I guess its making sure your body is positioned right so you are ready for the ball, then the swing ( I would start by making sure you swing about midway, not too high or low) and then to follow through. Basically just practice. Wow that's what I should of said instead of typing all this crap!!
2006-08-23 12:40:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I haven't played in ten years but I agree with you the backhand is hard at first, it'll come in time. Just keep practicing.
Have someone that's good at hitting the ball wherever they want constantly hit to your backhand, it'll force you to get good at it.
2006-08-15 21:33:27 · answer #5 · answered by Sean 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Local tennis pro or teacher, she/he can help you with your backhand. good luck.
2006-08-23 16:34:29 · answer #6 · answered by Guam nut 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Practice in the wall so that you can improve yours.It is my personal experience
2006-08-15 21:28:57 · answer #7 · answered by king 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
remember to hit in front of you and to keep your arms strait the whole time. follow through on your swing and turn your hips. and get top spin.
2006-08-16 10:23:28 · answer #8 · answered by tennis star 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Watch people that play well and emulate them.
2006-08-15 21:35:16 · answer #9 · answered by EMAILSKIP 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep your front foot firmly on the ground.
2006-08-16 06:14:55 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋