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Tennis: Sideways lunge with resistance band

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DESCRIPTION

Tie a knot in a resistance band so that there is a hoop at one end big enough to fit around a person.

Fasten the resistance band to the net post. Have the player step into the hoop and walk out until the band is stretched.

Perform a sideways lunge towards the netpost and push back up.

COACHING POINTS

Upper body should stay straight, not leant towards the net, even though it is being pulled
Stay upright as well, don't lean forward
Weight over the bent leg
Sit back and low in the lunge
If the lower back starts to curve then have them not lunge as low

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