Developing My Backhand in Table Tennis

Strokes

Shaant Mittal
Shaant Mittal Asked 13 years ago

How do I develop a good backhand? 


Jeff Plumb
Member Badge Jeff Plumb Answered 13 years ago

Hi Shaant,

Start by watching our Backhand Counterhit and Backhand Topspin Against Block videos. Really focus on the feet position, the start position, and the finish position. If you can get these right the rest of the stroke will come together.


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