Any tips for warm ups

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Ben Ben
Ben Ben Asked 11 years ago

Hi, I just wanted to say, that thanks to your table tennis tips on return spin and footwork, I took TWO GOLD medals and ONE silver medal in Table Tennis. Anyway, I havnt been practicing a lot lately as much as I want to. Any adivce for tips on warming up faster? If it helps. i play using the penhold grip

Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Ben,

Well done!

For warming up do a lot of side stepping and jogging and plenty of dynamic stretches.  When you get on the table, focus on a few counterfeits and then some topspins.  If you can before the match, do some points and games.

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