Starting what to focus on

Strokes

Mike Fullmore Asked 11 years ago

I am new to table tennis and there is lots to think about. What is the first thing I should work on, and keep in my conscious mind to make habit?

Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago

Hi Mike,

I would start with the Forehand and Backhand counterhit strokes. You can see these in our lessons on the Forehand Counterhit and Backhand Counterhit. These are both on the Strokes & Techniques page of the site. If you work your way through this page you will start to progress your game.

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✅ How to adjust your technique for topspin rallies (compared to topspin vs. block)
✅ Why your stroke should be more forward and how to generate dip with topspin
✅ Tactical strategies – Mix up speed, spin, and placement for better control
✅ How to train this stroke effectively, even without a strong training partner

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Dieter Verhofstadt Posted 11 years ago

1. Grip - fingers, wrist, shoulders

2. Stance - waist, knees, feet

3. Basic strokes - to control the ball and get it back with consistency; use proper grip and stance

4. Footwork - to get to the ball and produce a basic stroke

I see a lot of players of my level who are impaired by their grip & stance. It's hard for them to fix such a fundamental issue, so you'll have a head start by doing it right.

Mike Fullmore Posted 11 years ago

Thanks for the responses.

Alois I did see the response to my comment and thank you for following up in both places.

When I made the comment in Google+ I thought it was the wrong place and I should really be asking my question in this forum.

Thanks again.

martinand bernard Posted 11 years ago

the good bat for your level, stance, very important, track the ball all the time, concentration and see all the vidéos on pingskills

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