This drill not only improves strength and power but it is also a good test for player. To perform this exercise correctly player needs good strength of legs and core. If player is not able to bring knees to the chest it means that he has limitations in strength. It is clear indicator of necessary work for the next weeks because playing tennis without solid physical preparation can lead to minor and major injuries.
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.
Ecological dynamics is transforming tennis coaching. This constraints-led approach develops adaptable, creative players who can solve problems in competition, not just execute drilled patterns.
The one-handed backhand is becoming rare, but when executed well, it remains one of tennis's most elegant and effective shots. Is it a dying art or a tactical advantage?