Changing the hold
Table Tennis Strokes and Technique
Last updated 6 years ago
Yoshithraaj Aalla Asked 6 years ago
Hey there, I have been playing TT for 1 year and been using the Shakehand hold. These days I have been thinking of changing my hold from Shakehand to Penhold. Is that OK? What are it's side effects? Are there any other styles of hold?
Alois Rosario Answered 6 years ago
Hi Yoshithraaj,
The two main grips that I would recommend and the shakehand and penhold.
If you are wanting to switch grips then give it a try and see how the penhold grip feels and suits your game.
The main thing with the penhold id that it is more difficult to develop your backhand.
Take a look at our lesson on Get a Grip.
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Yoshithraaj Aalla Posted 6 years ago
Ok. One more doubt.
If I feel comfortable with both, can I use both in the same match?
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 6 years ago
You are allowed to but I don't recommend it. To develop your game it is better to focus on one grip.