text: Tennis is a very popular sport. Everyone can play tennis from beginners to the pros. There are two main categories of tennis players. They can be classified based on their ability to hit the ball farther than a forehand or backhand. Tennis players typically struggle to hit forehands because of a lack of knowledge about how to effectively engage their muscles and what order to hit strong forehands. Likewise, tennis players also struggle with backhands due to the fact that they do not know enough about how to set themselves up to hit a nice backhand down the court. This is why these two essential areas of the game must to be addressed by those who want to be a pro at the game.
  The grip is the most critical aspect of an effective tennis swing. Many new players make the mistake of holding their racket in a way that is too loose or tight and then miss the ball and making poor contact or letting their racket slide when they swing at the ball. Holding the racket the right way will provide you with the best chance to strike the ball correctly every time.
  Another thing to keep in mind is that your forehand’s path should be straight. As you approach the top end of your follow-through, your forehand swing path should be curved towards your top. This is referred to as a high arc or cut shot. A low arc or hook starts with the more natural wrist hinge and wrist extension. These factors can affect the type of shots you should be learning. If you are practicing the bank shot technique your forehand’s swing is likely to curve towards the top as you get closer to the ball.
  Remember to always swing with your shoulders in line with the ball. This helps to keep your shoulders in constant contact with the ball while your arms are free to move. When you swing, your shoulders should not be able to leave the racquet’s socket. It could make it extremely difficult to capture the ball in the event that this occurs.
  When you get close to the ball, be sure to rotate your arm from your side, not from your backside. Rotating your arm to the side could decrease your power and ability to generate power. To allow your arm to rotate properly it is essential to be able to grip the club. A weak grip can be dangerous since it can cause you miss the ball or it could cause you to overextend your arm. This can lead to injury.
  Another key factor in the correct grip is the angle of your stance. The majority of tennis players are right-handed and wear their right hand draped across their body. The left arm of beginners is often carried over their body. Most coaches recommend using a neutral grip or a style similar to a baseball posture. A neutral grip can stop you from hitting with an arm that isn’t dominant.
  Tennis players that have an open stance forehand are more likely to have issues with their forearms. When players with an open stance forehand, they tend to over-turn their wrists and do not have a good grip. A great solution to this issue is to hold the racket with a neutral grip. Tennis players who have open stance forehand should attempt to hold the racket with a closed grip. You can achieve this by placing the racket behind your skull, your knees bent, and keeping your elbows locked.
  Tennis players that have a dominant hand should move the racket over their heads and over their shoulders. If you’re a right handed player, the racket should face your crotch. If you’re a left-handed player, the racket should be pointing towards your waist. This will stop the head-over-head swing or the under-shoulder swing from occurring. Keep your wrists straight when you swing. Also, ensure you don’t give any part of your body too much room.