How can I improve my backhand?
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try concentrating on these three things\n\n-bend at the knees slightly\n-follow the ball to the racket with your eyes\n-follow through steping your back leg up so your facing the net
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Without having seen you play, it's a bit hard to suggest. Obviously you'll want to play to your strengths. Also, try a variety of shots in warm-up to see how he responds. I usually hit very heavy topspin...but if my opponent can't handle low slices as well then I'll hit those all day. \n\nA few things to check:\n\n1. Footwork. This is the first thing I ever watch. I'm sorry, you can hit like a cannon but I'm gonna pound winners on you all day if your feet are cemented down. If he doesn't move (and some people will disagree with me on this) then I suggest a few deep topsin balls and then a dropshot if you can do it. Basically, make him run!!! And on that note, make sure you are moving. Solid footwork can save you when you're tired. The more tired you are, the better your footwork has to be!!!\n\n2. Stroke. Of course you'll want to check which side is weaker for them.\n\n2.Serve. You'll want to decide how far back or forward to stand. If has has a very fast serve and you need time, then move back. If it's somewhat slow or has a huge kick, catch the ball early. But you always want to be moving into it on the return.\n\n2. Rally ability. Obviously if he can't hit more then 2 balls back in a row, you don't need to do anything fancy. You should figure this out early.\n\n3. Spin. Figure out how he hits!!! If he slices alot does the ball sit up? Does it skid low? What about topspin? Does he use alot or hit flat? \n\n4. Volley ability. How is he at net? If he's bad, purposely hit some short balls if you can to draw him up. I love playing people who are horrible at net.  A drop volley up close, then an easy topspin ball at their feet.\n\n\nAlso remember to go crosscourt when you can. I'm a big believer in changing the direction of the ball, but sometimes you just can't beat good low error tennis across the middle.\n\nI kinda wrote this in a rush if anyone has any additions or feels I said something wrong, I really won't be offended. Always fun to hear different viewpoints.\n\nHope this helps!
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To distinguish between the forehand & Back Hand.
1040806
With a grooved swing(short radius, etc), I'd recommend that you work on strengthening your lead hand arm strength. I have seen this work wonders when hitters that want to add more pop do concentrated isotonic training on the lead arm which for most players is their weaker arm. Have you ever tried the frisbee drill where you knock a softball sized wiffle ball off the tee using the lead hand? It's a hoot and effective!
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Several suggestions for how to improve your game off the tee.\n\n1) Try using a 3-wood instead of a driver. For most high handicap golfers the difference in distance is not a big change, but the accuracy and consistency improve dramatically.\n\n2) Slow and steady on the back swing. While you need to get the club in motion, having a fast backswing just screws up your balance. Practice by taking the club back very slowly and you will see quick improvement.\n\n3) Let the club do the work! Overswinging will only result in topping the ball or having a wicked slice or hook. Establishing a nice easy rythmn will give you the most consistent swing.
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ever done a back bend? standing on the floor and then leaning back till your hands touch the ground? after you get good at that.  try a back walkover.  you know, its the same thing as a back bend except you bring you legs over you head so your standing up.  after that, do a back walkover with a little jump in the middle until you have a back handspring.  wants that coverd.  try and do a back hand spring with only one hand.  then, do it with no hands.  yes, its very hard.  i've only acomplished the back bend and am working on the back walkover. but with a little more practice, i might get better.
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For most people, the grip largely determines the type of backhand that you can hit. Most players today hit topspin, and to do so they don't use a "shake-hands" grip, but a strong Eastern backhand. You can get this by placing your palm on top of the racket, with the racket in front of you and pointing to your left. With this grip, combined with a low-to-high swing, you will be on your way to topspin.\nI have provided three online sites that provide helpful information. The first, Tennisone.com, has an extensive library of instructions on every stroke, as well as slo-mo examples of many of the top players's strokes. To get the most out of this site, you should sign up for a nominal fee.\nThe second resource, the USPTA, provides free examples of each of the strokes, again in slow motion.\nThe third site is by a very effective instructor, Oscar Wegner. If you can afford a few bucks, you can get his book or (for more money) an extensive set of DVDs on all of the strokes. His is a very simple method that gets results fast, especially for beginners.\nGood luck!
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I have been playing table tennis for about 5 years now. I have a very powerful backhand and a reliable forehand. I also have quite a good serve. Here are some tips and tricks that I have gathered throughout the years:\n\n\nBackhand:\n\nI hit with a pretty full motion swing. I try to focus on contacting the ball in the center of the paddle (this goes for the forehand as well). So when you are practicing, try to think about hitting the ball with the center. You will not succeed every time, but as you practice this more, you will develop better judgment and will be hitting the ball more cleanly. Also, think about brushing up on the ball. Try to impart quite a bit of topspin, but also do not forget to hit through the ball a bit.\n\n\nForehand:\n\nAlthough I am weaker off this wing, I can still over you some tips. When I hit a forehand, I try to "wrap" the ball with my paddle. In other words, when the ball is coming towards you, get your paddle below the level of the ball and swing up. As your paddle reaches the top of the ball, rotate it so it "wraps" around it. I found that this helps me keep the ball on the table and minimizes the chance that it will sail long.\n\n\nServe:\n\nThe most common mistake I see people make is they try to hit the ball as hard as they can and when they do not get it in, they get upset. In the beginning, your main goal should be to get your serve in, for if you cannot get your serve in, it doesn't matter how good the rest of your game is. The serve is THE most important shot in table tennis! When you are getting your serves in, then begin to apply spin and power accordingly.\n\n\nTHE MOST IMPORTANT TIPS:\n\nKeep your eyes on the ball at all times! This is very important, do not lose track of it. At first, you might lose track of it, but as you practice keeping your eyes on the ball, you will become better at tracking it.\nBend your knees! When you hit, this will allow you to get under the ball better, lower your center of gravity, and provide more power for your shots as you are using the leg muscles as well in your shots.\nAlways keep moving! Footwork is one of the most important aspects of the game. Always keep your feet moving. This will help you get into position and will give you more time to prepare to hit the shot correctly.\n\n\n\nGood luck!
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When  ur not on the court at home for conditioning try running at least 1 mile ( i reccomend 2) 3 times a week.Do push ups, sit ups,wall sits,jump rope,frog jumps/squats.Strech. And then for court practice at home, try practing ur swings(like with no ball and in one place, swing like theres a ball comeing to u,correctly. lol), backhand,fore hand,underhand,etc. practice serves and practice serves. Then practice footwork (u can do this on court and off court.) then footwork with swings,(combation run from one end to another and swing when u reach the end)\nand during the games try to hit corners, and the front.make them get tired first, at first dont use all ur energy, play around with ur oppenent for a while.\nand then experment with him/her. see which one is his/her weakest point and keep hitting there. for example his/her backhand is the worst then keep on aiming for their backhand.\nand make sure to make them run! and during the game REMEBER  to use ur brain/tatics!Very Useful! alot of people who are skilled who  dont use their brains/tatics,  they lose the match.\ngood luck on tourment.
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Get a grip\nPGA Professional Bernie Najar: A proper grip requires a sound understanding of how the placement of the hands impacts the direction of the clubface\n\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/setup/improve_najar100504.cfm
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Just practice and don't try too hard.  Also, each time you practice, experiment with hand positions, spots to use on the lane for your ball to follow, swing plane, adjusting your steps during approach and also learning muscle memory when delivering the ball.  Experimentation will help a lot because you will bowl like yourself with your own style and delivery.
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You definitely can improve, obviously you are not just trying to learn basics skills, you already know that, what you need to do now is give tennis all your time, concentration and discipline.\nYour little brother beats you because he has been spending more time with it, as you keep on practicing, you will improve. Discipline yourself, set goal for yourself. I am sure its only a matter of time, you wil beat even your dad.
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Good News May is Free Golf Lesson Month.  go to www.playgolfamerica.com to sign up for a free lesson from a local PGA pro. \n\nwww.pga.com Improve your game section has very detailed information.  You can watch video clips, see pictures, and learn some drills to help you practice. \n  A proper grip requires a sound understanding of how the placement of the hands impacts the direction of the clubface\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/setup/improve_najar100504.cfm\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/setup/improve_najar100504.cfm\nGood Luck
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if ur only using 1 hand, use 2 first of all its easier for most people. Also, just know that foot placement and where u put your body weight is very important. before you hit the ball, your weight should be in your back leg ... when you swing it shifts to the front, so you rotate your body into the swing , and thats how a lot of people mess up their backhands. i cant really help u out man, i have no idea what your swing looks like, get advice from a tennis club pro or something. :)
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do light reps and strengthen your upper body so that you can take the contact. also work on a floater in the lane to get it over the big men. another thing do not give up your dribble unless you have a shot that will keep your options open. remember drive, draw, and dish.
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Your preswing routine is very important.  You have to set up correctly to have a chance to hit a good shot.  \nPreswing - grip, stance, and aim at target - check out these articles\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/setup/index.cfm\n\n\nSwing tips several from golf pros's - look at pictures\n\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/tips/swing/index.cfm\n\nLeft handed golfers info articles for left handed\nhttp://www.pga.com/improve/features/lefties/index.cfm
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1. Long and short forehands\n     Get the machine to send you a short ball on your forehand followed by a long one on forehand as well.\n\n2. Long and Short backhands\n     Same on the backhand\n\n3. Drop shot and lob\n     A drop shot very close to the net followed by a lob where you go back full speed to catch it\n\n4. Consistent Forehand\n     Forehands, same speed, same length\n\n5. Consistent Backhand\n     Backhands, same speed, same length\n\n6. Short forehand - short backhand\n     Machine sends you a short forehand, you hit and quickly catch another short one on your backhand.\n\nHope that does it for now :)