-Backhand & Forehand Clear. The purpose of the forehand clear is used to force your opponent to the rear court.
It can be played as an attacking shot or as a defensive shot.
The attacking clear is hit faster and flatter into the rear corners.
1. Move into position and get behind the shuttle. Adopt the Forehand Grip.
2. Raise your Racket Arm and Non-Racket Arm.
3. Your body should face sideways with your feet pointing slightly sideways.
Important Tip: Bend your knees slightly
4. Commence your Forehand Stroke. Stretch your Racket Arm to as far back as possible. Stretch out your Non-Racket Arm. Inhale. Then Exhale as you swing your racket forward.
Tip: Bend your Racket Foot lower than your Non-Racket Foot. As you swing your Racket forward, use your Racket foot to push your body weight forward.
5. Take the shuttle at the Highest Point possible.
Contact Point: In the first step, you should place yourself right below the shuttle. So when you hit the shuttle, your swing will naturally direct the shuttle upwards.
Knees?: Straighten your knees as you reach out to take the shuttle at the highest point.
6. Complete a Full Arm Swing. Follow through with your swing even after you hit the shuttle.
7. Shuffle your Racket Foot forward as you swing your racket forward. After hitting your stroke, your body should face forward. Your Racket Foot should be in front of your Non-Racket Foot. Both feet should point forward.
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