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Just a tip, maybe when you show the examples of players, do a split screen of you talking and then players doing it side be side. It allows for more continuity and viewer attention
Thanks for the feedback. I have used that method in the past, however, I feel that when you talk over the slow motion clips, it almost takes away the students focus on what is being shown. Talking and then showing seems like the person can really zone in on the teaching point. What do other people think? Any feedback would be great, we want to bring you the best possible lessons
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial This might add more work in editing but you could try circling the point you are talking about in the video or doing some other visual queue to grab our attention.
Thanks for watching Have you watched these lessons? Video one - th-cam.com/video/hf5U3I7Z5YQ/w-d-xo.html Video two - th-cam.com/video/rX0U1gnySRI/w-d-xo.html
Love than you included the split step as part of the stroke. Most coaches teach them separately, but it should be considered part of the shot. Also really like the tip about shadowing by the net... think I'll go try that now :-)
You guys are so great about replying to people in the comments section. That should be commended! Not too many you tubers out there that care that much about their audience to take that much time to answer almost everyone’s question. Thanks guys!!!!
Thank you. I make sure to spend an hour or so a day replying to every comment we get, without our online students and the people why watch our lessons, TTT wouldn't exist and I like speaking to people and finding out what they want to see in the future. All the best Simon
As always, another great video! I way I try to teach my players not to force the lag is to trigger the motion with your shoulder and just let your arm and wrist follow. it happens that when you start to think about the lag itself, you tend to stiffen and lose power.
You're welcome :) I would be interested in a video dealing with gonzales's massive forehand . Or another one, explaining Gasquet's backhand (which is one of the best, according to me in terms of spin and power). Thanks for asking by the way :)
What a great video Simon. You are a pretty good trainner. Increidible after watching your videos I improved my tennis 200% . I even have the feelling to cry cause I was playing tennis almost 25 years with a shity technique. Im pretty angry about that because with your videos - tips I have improved my tenis just in one month. Life is brutal...
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Yes, I would like to learn how to attack second service with forehand and backhand slice... With backhand slice is quite dificult, but with the forechand slice is almost impossible for me.. Thank you
I've seen that happen so many times, I don't understand why coaches are still teaching to "keep planted" when stepping in, blocks off rotation, blocks off weight shift, slows down the recovery but #1 is it's terrible for the body.
Old school habits die hard. Still in transition. It actually was my physical therapist who corrected the stroke for me after the injury. Showed me: twitter.com/DaniilMedwed/status/1173328529976692744
Awesome content guys, always so spot on with the explanation - easy to understand why, but not so technical that it's difficult to implement! I'd love to see a video with some suggestions/ drills for not falling off heavy shots/ adjusting to clay courts. I moved from Australia to Europe and am now playing on clay for the first time - I find myself frequently surprised by the steepness of the bounce and often struggle to adjust my positioning and game style to the surface.
Getting use to the clay is always a challenge but my main tips would be: 1. Take a step back and give yourself time to adjust to the bounces 2. Be more intense with your movement, really focus on staying light on your feet until it's time to load up 3. Start working on upper body strength to get stronger at dealing with chest or head height balls All the best Simon
Great video, the detail behind the lesson is actually really amazing, your forehand is so smooth and clean! New tennis playing supporter from India, hoping to connect with each other!
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I mean I haven't been able to go back to training and work on my form due to quarantine, but something that would be helpful is the different forms of volleys.
The net trick is neat... and safer. I usually place myself behind and use my own racket to establish the limits of when it's "too far back". I've been in this business for so long and, as I have stated another time, it's refreshing to keep coming here and find new ideas to complement my coaching. Keep up the good work. Oh, and before you ask me why I would like to see next and since my requests would be too specific, my only suggestion is to keep working in the direction you do. You seem to be faring well :D
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial We have a very small tennis school 20 km away from Barcelona. Club level students with a few ok players and occasionally a player that stands out. On this rare cases we are happy to let him go to wherever he wants, so he may continue growing beyond what our limited resources can. We still try to keep up very high standards in quality training, we don't want the parents to feel like we are some place to leave the kids for a while and if they happen to play tennis the better. We have around 60-70 people but we really put our heart into them (and many many extra hours). That's why I love watching you guys putting some new ideas into the mix, so we can keep it fresh!
We have a few: Video one - th-cam.com/video/rqhDFwTFnes/w-d-xo.html Video two - th-cam.com/video/-QSS3RAlslM/w-d-xo.html Video three - th-cam.com/video/1XSy4Buhk50/w-d-xo.html
Always very good tips to improve our Forehand, thankyou. Just one point, it would be great to have a pro tennis woman example, now some of them have this kind of Forehand :)
Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons Hi Simon. I’ve only just discovered your TH-cam channel, so you’ve probably covered it. I am new to tennis but as well as trying to hit topspin on the forehand (as opposed to hitting it sky high), I would also like to practice the proper technique for getting my body in the right position quicker. Presumably, a drill is required to move my feet. Best wishes Mark
You have a mixture, some players catch the racket, others don't. Even with someone like Federer, he often catches his racket in training, then in matches he'll catch it sometimes and sometimes he won't. It all depends on the finish the player is using, high over the shoulder finish vs across the chest finish vs high to low finish vs over the head finish etc
Great video simon. It would be great if you could make a new video about wrist on forehand. My wrist somehow is too loose in the takeback of my forehand that my racket is kinda angled and pointing down when it is right before going to acceleration phase. I noticed many players including you don’t have this issue and able to hit great forehands. Can you please make a video about how to get it leveled?
I was wondering what to do if i struggle with punishing short balls and transitioning to the net? BTW Congrats on the 200k subs!!! This channel is really helpful
My biggest issue has always been generating lag, it just doesn't come naturally to me. I always end up trying to force my wrist back but I'll try your explanation of letting the racket head fall behind before I swing. I guess I'll have to prepare for the shot a little earlier too.
@@dayostical You can practice with a 30 inch long half inch (or less) wood dowel. The lag is just a relaxed wrist. A former D1 player then teacher who lagged recommended that I use a stick to a former student of mine who I still hit with. I tried it and it was very helpful. 5 years ago I thought everyone would be doing the ATP forehand - but it is difficult to do well and I guess best for tennis academies.
@@imateapot51 You can think of swinging a flag. You can't push a flag and have it work, you drag it through the air, which means you gotta prepare early enough to be able to swing that flag.
I like the video but it’s a really wristy swing for a powerful player or younger player. For those of us who are older or who have arm/wrist issues it seems like a longer WTA style backswing could be helpful to generate more racquet head speed and not be dependant on wrist lag. Could you maybe do a video of modifying the ATP style swing for older players? Thx
Yes, the more you practice the stroke and make the unit turn, power position and lag phase more of a habit, it will start to gel together and become one whole stroke. It takes time and practice
It depends on the surface. I done a study on this a few years ago at Wimbledon and the stats were roughly: Open stance - 30% Semi open - 15% Neutral - 25% On the run - 30%
I was using the forehand technique of Nick Kyrgios but it wasn’t working well for me and now I decided to switch my forehand to this atp forehand is it a good idea because I played Kyrgios forehand for over 6 months?
If the ATP style works better, stick with it for sure. Kyrgios' forehand is not easy to hit, requires great timing and a very loose swing. The ATP forehand would suit the vast majority of players IMO All the best Simon
I think you should focus on building good fundamentals and making sure you use your legs as much as you can to gain some extra inches for the contact. I'd also work on building great spin serves, the kick and the slice. Check out this lesson - th-cam.com/video/w03NVg7YtNo/w-d-xo.html
Ive been taking a tennis lesson for 6 months. Everytime I try to apply your tips in a lesson, my coach tells me it's good to watch youtube videos but I'm not at the level to give a topspin to a ball yet lol "you need to know how to hit a ball flat first, son"
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I guess he thinks hitting flat is something basic and topspin is a skill that I need to learn after. A bit old skool tho.. anyway, Ive been applying your precious tips during the games with my mates. Thanks 🙏
@@albertjean2866 I would say, don't worry about spin, just think about preparing as early as possible so you can be relaxed into the swing. Feel your body weight hitting the ball through your fist.
Although it is irrelevant to tennis, you can try to attach ur description into the player demos, it can make us keep busy. Sometime your video feel too slow for me.
Sorry about that, we need those to support the channel though. Thanks for watching Are there any lessons you would like to see in the near future? All the best Simon
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I know you need that. But I think it is too much... 5 or 6 adds on the same video made me give up and didn't watch until the end.
You don't really address the biggest forehand problem for the average player -- timing. Basically, it goes back the the old bounce-hit. Unit turn coil, power position completion on or slightly before the bounce allows proper timing and proper contact point out front with the dominant shoulder ahead of the other shoulder. Without this timing key, the rest is lost.
This video isn't about timing, it's about building an ATP style of forehand. If you want a lesson on timing, here you go - th-cam.com/video/RWhXBr9LOzU/w-d-xo.html
BTW - what do you get from always leaving negative comments on our lessons? You rarely pop up on this channel except to say something bad about our teaching or what we're doing. I've seen you praise certain coaches on other channels, maybe you're part of a rival channel?
I'm not trying to be critical. Maybe I should add some well-deserved praise in comments as to the value of your lessons instead of only about what could be improved. Your lessons are great and no, I'm not part of another channel (that was kind of funny). You guys are one of the best teaching channels on TH-cam, probably top 5, and I'm grateful for what you put out there 100% free. I've learned plenty from your channel and thanks. I just thought the lesson was missing that one, key factor. Sorry if it sounded overly negative. I will try to do a better, more positive job next time.
@@transklutz No, it's the bounce on the ground. It refers to when you should have your unit turn completed and are ready to swing forward to the ball for a forehand or a backhand. The trick is in the timing, so the swing is not segmented by a pause after completion of the unit turn, but rather it should be a position passed through as part of the entire swing "loop" in one continuous motion. The idea is to have the racquet back, unit turn complete, and the power position established just before, or just on the bounce, so the forward portion swing can meet the ball in front of the body and not late. A good trick is to actually say "bounce" while practicing when the ball bounces off the ground and to say "hit" as you strike the ball. In a match of course, you can remind yourself to do this mentally, not spoken out loud. Try it and see, both in practice and in a match. See how many times you forget to do it a match and compare the shot results to when you do remember to use bounce-hit. What you may have heard is using bounce-hit when your opponent strikes the ball as a method of ball concentration and perhaps split step timing. Thinking bounce-hit when the ball is on your opponent's side of the court increases your ball focus and using it to time your own split step on your opponent's "hit" is also helpful to preparation for your own movement to the incoming ball.
Not if you master the motion. Federer seems to be doing fairly well with the timing, even though he has massive lag. I know what you're going to say "Not everyone is Federer" Well sure, but we don't have to limit ourselves with these excuses that I often see online and hear in the real world
5:58. So Murray, Nalbandian, Davydenko, Hewitt, Gonzalez, Medvedev, Thiem, Fritz, Goffin, Soderling and Alex from Top Tennis Training, all have a WTA forehand, because they all pass 6 o´clock?
I think you need to go back and study those forehands again. Thiem is in this video, stops at 5 o'clock, Medvedev, Soderling and Alex do break the body line though. Murray deosn't, Nalbandian doesn't, Davydenko is around 6, Hewitt doesn't, Gonzalez is close but keeps it around 6
They’re showing us the dead nuts perfect way to hit a modern forehand. Everyone’s technique is slightly different but the basics to create consistency and power are all there for all those player’s forehands. I think you’re being a bit disingenuous here on purpose.
@@Gitfiddle The clips are in youtube for everyone to see. Watch Hewitt-Nalbandian AOpen, or Gonzalez-Davydenko. I know TTT are awesome instructors, but, please don´t call WTA forehands to those I mentioned.
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Awesome video!! All the teachings are so appreciated. Quick Q - what grip size are you? It seems thick. Are you 4 1/2?
Excellent video! What racket are you using?
Acc+ording to the clock the "wrist lag" happens at 7 when with the drop of the racquet
Just a tip, maybe when you show the examples of players, do a split screen of you talking and then players doing it side be side. It allows for more continuity and viewer attention
Thanks for the feedback.
I have used that method in the past, however, I feel that when you talk over the slow motion clips, it almost takes away the students focus on what is being shown. Talking and then showing seems like the person can really zone in on the teaching point.
What do other people think? Any feedback would be great, we want to bring you the best possible lessons
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial This might add more work in editing but you could try circling the point you are talking about in the video or doing some other visual queue to grab our attention.
Huge video ! It would be great if you could do something of this style, but with the one handed backhand, keep it up Simon and alex !
Thanks for watching
Have you watched these lessons?
Video one - th-cam.com/video/hf5U3I7Z5YQ/w-d-xo.html
Video two - th-cam.com/video/rX0U1gnySRI/w-d-xo.html
Good that i found this video. Next week i have a tournement and i precised my forehand. Thanks
Best of luck!
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Love than you included the split step as part of the stroke. Most coaches teach them separately, but it should be considered part of the shot. Also really like the tip about shadowing by the net... think I'll go try that now :-)
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You guys are so great about replying to people in the comments section. That should be commended! Not too many you tubers out there that care that much about their audience to take that much time to answer almost everyone’s question. Thanks guys!!!!
Thank you.
I make sure to spend an hour or so a day replying to every comment we get, without our online students and the people why watch our lessons, TTT wouldn't exist and I like speaking to people and finding out what they want to see in the future.
All the best
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As always, another great video! I way I try to teach my players not to force the lag is to trigger the motion with your shoulder and just let your arm and wrist follow. it happens that when you start to think about the lag itself, you tend to stiffen and lose power.
Good stuff!
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That's one of your best videos TTT in my opinion :)
Keep up the great work Dear Simon and Alex.
Mathis
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You're welcome :)
I would be interested in a video dealing with gonzales's massive forehand .
Or another one, explaining Gasquet's backhand (which is one of the best, according to me in terms of spin and power).
Thanks for asking by the way :)
What a great video Simon. You are a pretty good trainner. Increidible after watching your videos I improved my tennis 200% . I even have the feelling to cry cause I was playing tennis almost 25 years with a shity technique. Im pretty angry about that because with your videos - tips I have improved my tenis just in one month. Life is brutal...
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@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Yes, I would like to learn how to attack second service with forehand and backhand slice... With backhand slice is quite dificult, but with the forechand slice is almost impossible for me.. Thank you
@@MiguelAngelo-bl5to 1 way to think of the forehand slice is like a sideways serve.
Thanks, Simon. Excellent stuff as usual.
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Good lesson. Injured the hip flexor and whole right side by not loosening the right foot and bringing it forward on the follow-through.
I've seen that happen so many times, I don't understand why coaches are still teaching to "keep planted" when stepping in, blocks off rotation, blocks off weight shift, slows down the recovery but #1 is it's terrible for the body.
Old school habits die hard. Still in transition. It actually was my physical therapist who corrected the stroke for me after the injury. Showed me: twitter.com/DaniilMedwed/status/1173328529976692744
Nice clip, love to see that.
He could lean into the ball more though, falls off some of the shots
Yup. His form isn't pretty, but he somehow makes it work.
@@lcervantes8505 That's right... you don't "dance" by stomping around... dance into the ball.
Excellent stuff Simon, thanks👍
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Awesome content guys, always so spot on with the explanation - easy to understand why, but not so technical that it's difficult to implement! I'd love to see a video with some suggestions/ drills for not falling off heavy shots/ adjusting to clay courts. I moved from Australia to Europe and am now playing on clay for the first time - I find myself frequently surprised by the steepness of the bounce and often struggle to adjust my positioning and game style to the surface.
Getting use to the clay is always a challenge but my main tips would be:
1. Take a step back and give yourself time to adjust to the bounces
2. Be more intense with your movement, really focus on staying light on your feet until it's time to load up
3. Start working on upper body strength to get stronger at dealing with chest or head height balls
All the best
Simon
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Thanks a lot!
You made it simple and very easy to understand! Top notch video, thanks Simon!
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Yes, the 2-handed backhand with a similar format to this video! Thanks Simon!
Great video, the detail behind the lesson is actually really amazing, your forehand is so smooth and clean! New tennis playing supporter from India, hoping to connect with each other!
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@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I mean I haven't been able to go back to training and work on my form due to quarantine, but something that would be helpful is the different forms of volleys.
Thanks this really helped me! Could you do a future video on how to hit a flat forehand and backhand this would mean a lot to me.
Here is a lesson on the flat forehand - th-cam.com/video/c4LABgYf6Oo/w-d-xo.html
Sempre TOP spunti e punti di focus fondamentali. Grandi!
Grazie per avè vistu.
Ci sò lezioni chì ti piacerebbe vede in un futuru vicinu?
Tuttu u megliu
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The net trick is neat... and safer. I usually place myself behind and use my own racket to establish the limits of when it's "too far back". I've been in this business for so long and, as I have stated another time, it's refreshing to keep coming here and find new ideas to complement my coaching. Keep up the good work. Oh, and before you ask me why I would like to see next and since my requests would be too specific, my only suggestion is to keep working in the direction you do. You seem to be faring well :D
Thank you for your comment and the support
Which country are you based in?
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@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial We have a very small tennis school 20 km away from Barcelona. Club level students with a few ok players and occasionally a player that stands out. On this rare cases we are happy to let him go to wherever he wants, so he may continue growing beyond what our limited resources can. We still try to keep up very high standards in quality training, we don't want the parents to feel like we are some place to leave the kids for a while and if they happen to play tennis the better. We have around 60-70 people but we really put our heart into them (and many many extra hours). That's why I love watching you guys putting some new ideas into the mix, so we can keep it fresh!
Great video! Because of my pore forehand I will for sure try those tips. Keep it going! 💪
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@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial maybe tosses of serves, Kick serve, on T and outside the court.
Hey great vid ! You should make a video for a tennis workout for quarantine. It really helped. Btw this is the first time I commented
We have a few:
Video one - th-cam.com/video/rqhDFwTFnes/w-d-xo.html
Video two - th-cam.com/video/-QSS3RAlslM/w-d-xo.html
Video three - th-cam.com/video/1XSy4Buhk50/w-d-xo.html
I will try this out
You are now famous; even Tennis Magazine quotes you.
Thank you, Simon.
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@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Psychological aspect of the game: how do you keep the focus during the match. Thank you in advance, Simon.
Always very good tips to improve our Forehand, thankyou.
Just one point, it would be great to have a pro tennis woman example, now some of them have this kind of Forehand :)
Good point!
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Thank you very much. Really, really beneficial 🙏
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Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons Hi Simon. I’ve only just discovered your TH-cam channel, so you’ve probably covered it. I am new to tennis but as well as trying to hit topspin on the forehand (as opposed to hitting it sky high), I would also like to practice the proper technique for getting my body in the right position quicker. Presumably, a drill is required to move my feet. Best wishes
Mark
Another master class Simon, this will really help to develop the ATP style play,
Thanks for the lesson 👍👍👍
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Thanx for this lesson
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thanks
Excellent explanation in the video description. Is it true that ATP forehands tends to followthrough without the non-hitting hand catching the racket?
You have a mixture, some players catch the racket, others don't.
Even with someone like Federer, he often catches his racket in training, then in matches he'll catch it sometimes and sometimes he won't.
It all depends on the finish the player is using, high over the shoulder finish vs across the chest finish vs high to low finish vs over the head finish etc
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial thank you.
Great video simon. It would be great if you could make a new video about wrist on forehand. My wrist somehow is too loose in the takeback of my forehand that my racket is kinda angled and pointing down when it is right before going to acceleration phase. I noticed many players including you don’t have this issue and able to hit great forehands. Can you please make a video about how to get it leveled?
Check out these lessons:
Video one - th-cam.com/video/OW9bUB5C5tA/w-d-xo.html
Video two - th-cam.com/video/896_TAzFGd4/w-d-xo.html
Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons thank you so much simon you’re the best 😊
I was wondering what to do if i struggle with punishing short balls and transitioning to the net?
BTW Congrats on the 200k subs!!!
This channel is really helpful
Check out these two lessons:
Video one - th-cam.com/video/mS4o-_cQBnk/w-d-xo.html
Video two - th-cam.com/video/ESYuG4qObNc/w-d-xo.html
thanks for the tips!
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Top Tennis Training - Pro Tennis Lessons maybe another similar video for the 2 handed backhand. Don’t think I’ve seen a recent one on the channel
Great video, thx Simon
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Fantastic video.
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Awesome Mate.
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just curious - is there a reason why the racket stays on the right side of the body?
Great video, thanks guys!
Yes, so that when you uncoil, the racket isn’t late for contact. A more compact swing allows for easier timing
Ah i see, thank you!
My biggest issue has always been generating lag, it just doesn't come naturally to me. I always end up trying to force my wrist back but I'll try your explanation of letting the racket head fall behind before I swing. I guess I'll have to prepare for the shot a little earlier too.
Check out this lesson - th-cam.com/video/896_TAzFGd4/w-d-xo.html
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial Thanks, I noticed a slight improvement during practice today. I'll have to try it more often.
@@dayostical You can practice with a 30 inch long half inch (or less) wood dowel. The lag is just a relaxed wrist. A former D1 player then teacher who lagged recommended that I use a stick to a former student of mine who I still hit with. I tried it and it was very helpful. 5 years ago I thought everyone would be doing the ATP forehand - but it is difficult to do well and I guess best for tennis academies.
@@imateapot51 You can think of swinging a flag. You can't push a flag and have it work, you drag it through the air, which means you gotta prepare early enough to be able to swing that flag.
Good lesson
what tension do you use simon?
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Normally around 50 lbs
Awesome!!!
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I like the video but it’s a really wristy swing for a powerful player or younger player. For those of us who are older or who have arm/wrist issues it seems like a longer WTA style backswing could be helpful to generate more racquet head speed and not be dependant on wrist lag. Could you maybe do a video of modifying the ATP style swing for older players? Thx
Thanks for watching Eric
I'll keep that in mind for the near future
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You are so goodddd
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I think Alex also a 6 o clock guy right 😅 ! So when do we expect atp style version of backhand 🤩 ?
Have you watched this video - th-cam.com/video/rX0U1gnySRI/w-d-xo.html
Super helpful...thanks a million!
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Simon is there a way to make this fluid so it's not so segmented? Once you get the hang of each stage.
Yes, the more you practice the stroke and make the unit turn, power position and lag phase more of a habit, it will start to gel together and become one whole stroke.
It takes time and practice
What stance are most of the atp shots hit in ? Open stance, neutral , semi open . Regards connor
It depends on the surface.
I done a study on this a few years ago at Wimbledon and the stats were roughly:
Open stance - 30%
Semi open - 15%
Neutral - 25%
On the run - 30%
Nice
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What is this all white racquet you are using? Where can I get one?
The all white frame is a prototype, I can't reveal the brand etc that's why it's all white.
Sorry about that
Are these steps done in both flat and topspin forehands .
Yes, the same steps for both 👍
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial for step 1 for perfect forehand for a flat shot - shouldn't this be a neutral stance and if yes is the coil slighty differ
in which clock number is Del potro's forehand at the back?? and if is at 6 is still being an atp forehand or not or more an old technique??
I was using the forehand technique of Nick Kyrgios but it wasn’t working well for me and now I decided to switch my forehand to this atp forehand is it a good idea because I played Kyrgios forehand for over 6 months?
If the ATP style works better, stick with it for sure.
Kyrgios' forehand is not easy to hit, requires great timing and a very loose swing.
The ATP forehand would suit the vast majority of players IMO
All the best
Simon
Hello I'm 5,6 so I'm a short player what pro do you think I should try to copy for my serve?
I think you should focus on building good fundamentals and making sure you use your legs as much as you can to gain some extra inches for the contact. I'd also work on building great spin serves, the kick and the slice.
Check out this lesson - th-cam.com/video/w03NVg7YtNo/w-d-xo.html
Ive been taking a tennis lesson for 6 months. Everytime I try to apply your tips in a lesson, my coach tells me it's good to watch youtube videos but I'm not at the level to give a topspin to a ball yet lol "you need to know how to hit a ball flat first, son"
Interesting.
I always taught my beginners topspin before I taught them how to hit flat, but that's just me.
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I guess he thinks hitting flat is something basic and topspin is a skill that I need to learn after. A bit old skool tho.. anyway, Ive been applying your precious tips during the games with my mates. Thanks 🙏
@@albertjean2866 I would say, don't worry about spin, just think about preparing as early as possible so you can be relaxed into the swing. Feel your body weight hitting the ball through your fist.
Although it is irrelevant to tennis, you can try to attach ur description into the player demos, it can make us keep busy. Sometime your video feel too slow for me.
Attach the description of the video into the demos?
If the videos feel slow to you, maybe try to watch them at 1.75 speed
Very good video. To many adds, dudes
Sorry about that, we need those to support the channel though.
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All the best
Simon
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I know you need that. But I think it is too much... 5 or 6 adds on the same video made me give up and didn't watch until the end.
You don't really address the biggest forehand problem for the average player -- timing. Basically, it goes back the the old bounce-hit. Unit turn coil, power position completion on or slightly before the bounce allows proper timing and proper contact point out front with the dominant shoulder ahead of the other shoulder. Without this timing key, the rest is lost.
This video isn't about timing, it's about building an ATP style of forehand.
If you want a lesson on timing, here you go - th-cam.com/video/RWhXBr9LOzU/w-d-xo.html
BTW - what do you get from always leaving negative comments on our lessons?
You rarely pop up on this channel except to say something bad about our teaching or what we're doing. I've seen you praise certain coaches on other channels, maybe you're part of a rival channel?
I'm not trying to be critical. Maybe I should add some well-deserved praise in comments as to the value of your lessons instead of only about what could be improved. Your lessons are great and no, I'm not part of another channel (that was kind of funny). You guys are one of the best teaching channels on TH-cam, probably top 5, and I'm grateful for what you put out there 100% free. I've learned plenty from your channel and thanks. I just thought the lesson was missing that one, key factor. Sorry if it sounded overly negative. I will try to do a better, more positive job next time.
@@ReidVV I've heard bounce-hit timing should be the bounce on the opponent's racquet, not the ground, because ground bounce timing can vary greatly.
@@transklutz No, it's the bounce on the ground. It refers to when you should have your unit turn completed and are ready to swing forward to the ball for a forehand or a backhand. The trick is in the timing, so the swing is not segmented by a pause after completion of the unit turn, but rather it should be a position passed through as part of the entire swing "loop" in one continuous motion. The idea is to have the racquet back, unit turn complete, and the power position established just before, or just on the bounce, so the forward portion swing can meet the ball in front of the body and not late. A good trick is to actually say "bounce" while practicing when the ball bounces off the ground and to say "hit" as you strike the ball. In a match of course, you can remind yourself to do this mentally, not spoken out loud. Try it and see, both in practice and in a match. See how many times you forget to do it a match and compare the shot results to when you do remember to use bounce-hit. What you may have heard is using bounce-hit when your opponent strikes the ball as a method of ball concentration and perhaps split step timing. Thinking bounce-hit when the ball is on your opponent's side of the court increases your ball focus and using it to time your own split step on your opponent's "hit" is also helpful to preparation for your own movement to the incoming ball.
More racket lag = more difficult to time perfectly. It costs you control
Not if you master the motion.
Federer seems to be doing fairly well with the timing, even though he has massive lag.
I know what you're going to say "Not everyone is Federer"
Well sure, but we don't have to limit ourselves with these excuses that I often see online and hear in the real world
5:58. So Murray, Nalbandian, Davydenko, Hewitt, Gonzalez, Medvedev, Thiem, Fritz, Goffin, Soderling and Alex from Top Tennis Training, all have a WTA forehand, because they all pass 6 o´clock?
I think you need to go back and study those forehands again.
Thiem is in this video, stops at 5 o'clock, Medvedev, Soderling and Alex do break the body line though. Murray deosn't, Nalbandian doesn't, Davydenko is around 6, Hewitt doesn't, Gonzalez is close but keeps it around 6
They’re showing us the dead nuts perfect way to hit a modern forehand. Everyone’s technique is slightly different but the basics to create consistency and power are all there for all those player’s forehands. I think you’re being a bit disingenuous here on purpose.
@@Gitfiddle Thanks for the support
@@TopTennisTrainingOfficial I double checked and Hewitt (the most prominent, sometimes goes to 7), Nalbandian, Gonzalez and Davydenko often pass 6.
@@Gitfiddle The clips are in youtube for everyone to see. Watch Hewitt-Nalbandian AOpen, or Gonzalez-Davydenko. I know TTT are awesome instructors, but, please don´t call WTA forehands to those I mentioned.
Nadals fh is so underrated compared to federer
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All the best
Simon
This is very confusing. You need to simplify this lesson.
What exactly is confusing for you Clinton?
Happy to explain it in more detail here