Slowing down in footwork drills

Ilia Minkin Asked 8 years ago

Hi guys,

I want to become better at rallying. So I try to become more consistent in training first. I feel like I have to slow down during the footwork drills to put more balls on the table. The more I slow down, the more balls I can keep on the table. But I feel like if I compromise the quality of the ball too much, I become too gentle and it is probably a bad thing. How to find the right balance between power and consistency to actually become better?

Alois Rosario Answered 8 years ago

Hi Ilia,

You can change the pace of the drill often in the 5 or 10 minutes you are doing the drill. You don't have to stay with the one pace. In fact we would recommend you change the speed. Increase till you feel that you are struggling with the speed as this is where you will be playing in a games situation. If you are struggling too much slow it down again for a few balls and then once you have your confidence or feel again, speed it up.

Remember in a match you very rarely have to hit 10 balls or more in a rally.

Recommended Video

#16 - Backhand Placement

In this session we focus on your backhand attack and in particular the placement of your backhand attack. By being able to vary the placement of your backhand attack you will keep your opponent guessing and be able to play to wherever you feel is there weakest spot defensively.

Watch Now

Ilia Minkin Posted 8 years ago

Hi Alois,

Thank you for the reply. I never thought about changing the pace in drills. I will definitely try it next time.