Elbow movement
Strokes
Karlo Perhat Asked 14 years ago
is there and elbow movement involved in the forehand drive and what about in a smash
Alois Rosario Answered 14 years ago
Hi Karlo,
Yes there is elbow movement. The forearm will give you a bit more speed with your stroke. This movement comes from the elbow. That is why we initially teach for the forehand to finish near your head. This forces you to use the forearm in the stroke. You can't finish near your head with using your elbow.
With the smash there is also some elbow movement but not as much as with the topspin forehand.
To generate the best speed you need to use a whole range of movements. Starting with your legs to your waist to your upper arm, lower arm and wrist. All those things working together will get you the most power.
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