The player lays down on the gymnastic mat with one leg bent and the other straight in the air. The player then pushes their hips up and recovers to the starting position.
Glutes and hamstrings are important muscles that are responsible for injury-free deacceleration. Players perform hundreds of start-and-stop actions during the match so the body has to be prepared for these requirements. Strengthening front and back legs' muscles will also make player faster and stronger so quality of his game will improve.
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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