How to shift footwork from forehand to backhand

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Nathan S Asked 13 years ago

Hi alois, when my opponents serve, my footwork is at forehand position and my opponent will give a pendulum to backhand, how to shift position to have a stronger backhand?

Alois Rosario Answered 13 years ago

Hi Nathan,

This could be as simple as putting your right leg closer to the table so you are in a better stance to make a backhand. When they set up for a Pendulum serve, the natural angle is to your backhand, so set yourself up in that position. Let me know if this helps.

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Nathan S Posted 13 years ago

Wow it really helps thanks

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 13 years ago
Good to hear.

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