Forehand Topspin: Hip or Forearm power

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AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira
AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira Asked 13 years ago

hi coach :)

when playing a stroke where should you get your power from: The Hip rotation or The Forearm?

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Alois Rosario
Member Badge Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Amekun,

To develop more power on the forehand you use a combination of forces.  Your arm is the starter and finisher but you can also use your legs, waist and wrist to help you.  We have filmed a lesson on this which will be out shortly.

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AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira

AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira Posted 13 years ago

yey a new video

ill be looking 4ward to it

thx coach :)


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