How to shift footwork from forehand to backhand
Receiving
Nathan S Asked 12 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 12 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 12 years ago
Wow it really helps thanks
Good to hear.