Cross Training for Table Tennis

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Jake Jacobson Asked 11 years ago

In other sports, I've benefited from cross training (such as adding some swimming while training for track and field). Are there non-table tennis activities you recommend as part of a table tennis training program? Thanks, Jake

Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Jake,

Running, swimming, weight training, even Tennis and other racket sports can be beneficial for Table Tennis.

I think different ways of maintaining fitness are a good way to break up training monotony.

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Jake Jacobson Posted 2015-08-10 09:04:52

Thanks Alois! I lift weights two or three times a week and I think it helps my table tennis. -Jake

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 2015-08-10 09:04:52
I am sure it would.

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