The player grabs loopy medicine ball with dominant hand, and performs circles forward and backward.
In this drill, the player warms up the shoulder of the dominant hand. Session is based on only forehand strokes so emphasis has to be put on the dominant hand. Medicine ball guarantees constant momentum so the player can prepare the body for intense workout.
On-court coaching is now fully legal, technology continues to advance, and the ATP calendar evolves. Here's what tennis coaches need to know for 2026.
Tennis demands a unique combination of endurance, power, agility, and flexibility. Physical preparation determines how long careers last and how players perform when it matters most.
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