If you’re really serious about being a better tennis player then training your body for peak performance is definitely something you should be doing! In today’s episode of the podcast I have a special guest join me who is not only passionate about tennis but is a certified personal trainer as well. We talk about
So you’ve decided that it’s time to get some help from your local tennis professional. That’s great, but now what? Should you tell them what you want to improve or just go with whatever they say? How often should you take lessons and how much time should you spend practicing what they teach you? How
Today’s show is completely dedicated to the two handed backhand! I discuss all of the most important technical elements related to grip, the backswing, contact point, and follow through. I also throw in some other really important factors including how energy transfers from your right side to left side during a good swing, the use
This episode of the podcast is completely dedicated to an extremely important shot in tennis: the return of serve! Listen in as I talk about the most important elements of a good singles and doubles return of serve. When should you try to beat a poaching player down the alley? Where should you aim your
Today’s podcast episode is on an awesome topic: at what point in your tennis development should you stop being so focused on being steady and start developing some big weapons? Is there a certain level that you should transition over? Are their specific cues in your game that you should be looking for? I talk
Serve and volley players can be extremely tough to beat, they really make you come up with great shots in order to win! In today’s episode of the podcast I will tell you exactly what you need to do in order to defeat these tricky opponents. Topics include how best to handle the return of
In today’s episode of the podcast I answer some great listener questions about adding more weight to your favorite frame by using lead tape. Will adding weight really slow your swing down and decrease power? Where should you put the lead exactly and how much? I also talk about the correct times to NOT use
On today’s episode of the podcast I have a big announcement that will has huge implications on the future of Essential Tennis! I also have a question to ask of all of you, one that you should answer in the comments on the podcast page at Essential Tennis. Thank you all so much for your
On today’s show Ian talks about the three essential technique elements to hitting an effective drop shot. Make sure you’re doing all three! He also discusses managing a partnership within a doubles match. What should you do when your partner is missing easy shots and getting upset? How about when it actually starts affecting your
Listen as Will and Ian discuss four big concepts that are vital to winning at tennis, all having to do with your strategy and tactics. Make sure to sign up for the completely free strategy course that Fuzzy Yellow Balls is making available until this Wednesday only! You can sign up with your e-mail address
