Tennis is without a doubt one of the most physically and mentally demanding sports. It requires not only cardiovascular fitness, coordination, mobility, and skill, but also the ability to adapt your game and use a variety of shots. You must be able to disrupt your opponent’s rhythm and surprise them with shots they are not …
A lob in tennis is a shot in which the player sends the ball high into the air with the goal of passing over an opponent who is positioned close to the net. Embed from Getty Images Purpose of the lob and when to hit one in a tennis match The lob is mainly used …
To choose the right doubles partner, you should first consider the strengths and weaknesses of your own game. Once you evaluate your skill level and playing style, the ideal approach is to look for a player who complements how you play. For example, if you have a strong serve, you can really benefit from a …
In padel, the term Bajada refers to an attacking shot played after the ball rebounds off the back wall, or sometimes the side wall, and the player strikes it aggressively forward. Embed from Getty Images Bajada technique The player must wait for the ball, after rebounding from the back wall, to drop to the correct …
In padel, the Chiquita is a soft, slow, and low shot, usually played from the back of the court, aimed at the feet of an opponent positioned at the net. Embed from Getty Images Purpose of the Chiquita and when it is used in a padel match The Chiquita is typically a gentle forehand or …
The Vibora in padel is considered an attacking shot, more specifically an attacking smash with slice, aimed at creating a fast, spin-heavy shot that can lead to an easy point. Embed from Getty Images Differences between the Vibora and the Bandeja Unlike the bandeja, which is a more defensive and slower smash used mainly to …
The Bandeja in padel is considered a defensive shot, more specifically a defensive smash, with the main purpose of helping the player recover their position close to the net. Where does the name Bandeja come from? The Spanish word “bandeja” translates to “tray.” In earlier years, the shot resembled the motion of someone carrying a …
Anyone who plays tennis knows the difference a fresh stringbed makes on a racket. We have previously talked about everything related to racket strings, which strings to choose, the differences between string materials, and how often you should change your strings. All of that is important, but let’s now look at the actual process and …
If we compare a tennis match to a car race, the racket is the vehicle and the strings are the engine. The stringbed of a racket can dramatically change your performance on court, which is why choosing the right strings should be done carefully and according to your playing style. String tension, thickness, and material …
One of the most common questions among tennis players is how often they should replace the strings on their racket. The general rule recommends restringing your racket at least every three months. However, there are five key factors that influence how frequently a racket should be restrung, either individually or in combination. So what are …
