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Hello Sir! Anyone who is seeing my question plz answer me that how to stay balanced while playing shots whenever I play any shot my body falls in that direction to the shot kindly help me improve my body balance Thanks Sir! Ahmed AliRight hand batsmanRight arm off break bowler

Muhammad Ahmed AliCoach, United Kingdom

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Cam HughesCoach, England

Hi Muhammad,

To improve balance during shots:

1. Widen Stance & Bend Knees: A wider base with bent knees keeps you stable.

2. Small Adjusting Steps: Use small steps to position yourself instead of lunging.

3. Engage Core: A strong, engaged core stabilizes your body.

4. Controlled Follow-Through: Avoid over-rotating; keep follow-through smooth.

5. Practice Balance Drills: Try shadow practice and one-legged drills for stability.

These will help you stay balanced without falling after shots.

I hope this helps,

Cam

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