In pickleball and tennis, coaches commonly say “Follow through in the direction you want to hit the ball.” This may sound sensible, but it is misleading and can open players up to problems, including too much grip tension which slows down your paddle speed (and therefore the ball speed). Why am I … [Read more...] about The 3 Parts of Every Tennis and Pickleball Swing
Pickleball Training
Pickleball & Tennis Ball Speed and Reaction Time
Pickleball is fast. Tennis is fast. We know that. Both sports test every fiber of our eye-brain reaction skills. But how do they compare to one another? First let’s compare the court length. Baseline to baseline in tennis is 78 feet. Pickleball is 44 feet, almost half the distance. How does this … [Read more...] about Pickleball & Tennis Ball Speed and Reaction Time
Movement and Pickleball
(Joe Dinoffer is a USPTA and PTR master professional, has written 7 tennis books and 22 DVDs, and has appeared on the Tennis Channel. His company OnCourt OffCourt manufactures training aids for pickleball and tennis.) We all hate to admit it, but despite pickleball’s many attractions (which … [Read more...] about Movement and Pickleball
Pickleball Rules! The Complete How to Play Pickleball Guide
Pickleball attracts new players every single day. Some are looking for a fast tempo workout. Some are looking for a way to stay young. Others are looking for serious, fast-paced competition. And they all come to pickleball. No matter where you are in your pickleball journey, you can get … [Read more...] about Pickleball Rules! The Complete How to Play Pickleball Guide
Playing in the Now
It’s 9-9 and your turn to serve. You feel the anxiety creeping in. Should you hit a third shot dink or drive? Gosh, what if you lose this point! Before you know it, you miss your serve into the net, an unforced error… Have you ever found yourself in a situation like this? I know I have! The … [Read more...] about Playing in the Now
Four Health Benefits of Pickleball
Picking up a new sport is an excellent way to improve your physical (and mental) health. Some sports, like weightlifting, are great for your muscles. Other sports, like yoga, are great for your mind. Pickleball is the best of both worlds! Here are 4 reasons to include pickleball in your … [Read more...] about Four Health Benefits of Pickleball