Cross Training for Table Tennis

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Jake Jacobson
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
Member Badge 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

Jake Jacobson Posted 11 years ago

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


Alois Rosario

Member Badge Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago

I am sure it would.


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