Player stands between the hurdles. Player jumps over the right hurdle and lands on the inside leg (left). Player jumps back to the starting position and performs another jump over the second hurdle. Player lands on the inside leg (right).
Balance is crucial not only in offensive situations but in a whole game of tennis so players should work on this aspect to improve their skills. Landing on the inside leg is a demanding task so coach should adjust the obstacles (hurdles) to the fitness level of players.
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