How to Grip Penhold to improve Reverse Penhold Backhand (RPB) | Table Tennis

When many friends use the Reverse Penhold Backhand (RPB) grip, they often feel that it's challenging to generate power with the backhand. This video demonstrates how to grip the racket for RPB. It's important to note that there are several variations of the RPB grip, and the one shown in this video represents one of them.

[@instigatahSTK]

thank you so much - this really helped me improving my penhold, as it is nearly impossible to find a penhold coach in a small german tabletennis club😅🙏🏼

[@tabletennisskill3599]

I have been using RPB for several years as well. I always feel that my backhand is not as effective as the backhand of a shakehand player in actual matches. That's why I share the issues I encounter in video format, hoping it will be helpful for all of you.

[@user-ef2hz1nl4f]

Thank you, Sir for your response . RPB with J-Pen is, for some reason, not popular. I tried C-Pen but it was too much for me to change. I still carry around my J-Pen experimental racket but never used it anymore.

[@damafangfang6938]

it's really helpful...thanks so much🙏regards from bali,indonesia

[@juanandrescasaspulido2021]

Epic

[@maestro_orchestra]

Coach, can the pen grip be done with a regular racket?
Ah, not the one with the short handle and the padding on the back.

[@user-ef2hz1nl4f]

Hello, Sir. I appreciate the detailed explanation of the proper grip for RPB. I've been playing J-pen for many, many years and lately I started to see that demands of my grip is no longer suitable for my age. Therefor I have been experimenting with 2 sided j-pen. What's your take on that?

[@tabletennisskill3599]

I'll share my opinion. J pen is suitable for forehand power play. If you use it on both sides, it increases the weight of the J pen, which can weaken the power of the forehand. However, some people do use it this way. It's important to pay attention to polish the racket, rubber selection, and weight control.

[@user-ef2hz1nl4f]

One more time, thank you for sharing your deep knowledge about this matter. All you are saying is so true!! My conclusion is that, if I'm not going to change my grip, I should keep playing with one rubber. I have tried RPB C-pen but it would totally revolutionize all my long years of playing table tennis. I'm so used to the weight of one rubber! Even though, I'm experimenting with OX medium pips as a way to defend somewhat my vulnerable backhand. @@tabletennisskill3599

[@tabletennisskill3599]

I apologize for the delayed response. Today, I just noticed that your message was flagged as spam by the system. I used a traditional penhold grip with a c-pen before, and I used just block for the backhand. Later, I made up my mind to use both sides of the racket and it's been two years now. My backhand has improved. I suggest you start with a simple approach of using both sides and build confidence.And then use it frequently once you gain confidence, and you'll find it more effective in matches. Keep it up and believe in yourself!

[@sumandas9487]

@@tabletennisskill3599 the wang hao type backhand is tough though but dang qiu style backhand is easier .

[@tabletennisskill3599]

Wang Hao's backhand emphasizes more on loop, while Dang Qiu's backhand is mainly focused on blocking. However, Amateur players tend to choose the grip that feels more comfortable for them. Generally, One hundred penholders may have a hundred different grip styles.

[@myokokoaung9857]

when i tried to play backhand with penhold with 3 fingers straight in the back, the ball always hit my fingers 😂

[@tabletennisskill3599]

According to my experience, it's sufficient to support it with the middle and ring fingers. Bend the middle and ring fingers a bit.

[@Luciferr0180]

Is this grip same as xu xin ??

[@instigatahSTK]

yes🙂