How I Transformed My Two-Handed Backhand
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- Опубліковано 22 січ 2024
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Hope you enjoy the video. Let me know what you think!
When is part 2 coming out 😊
Even Novak needs a coach. The extra perspective always helps.
Much respect to you Tom for publishing this. Very helpful video. Thanks for all your efforts!
Thank you!
Great stuff Tom. Higher hands will probably help that left leg /hip stay rotated/connected to the ground. Your channel is great.
Will try!
This was so valuable
Great insight into the stroke mechanics. This is very useful content
if i get it correctly, better way of doing 2hb is like exercise with medcine ball..
Yes, you stole my idea for a video soon.
Love your videos, coach, waiting for more 👋🏻
Such awesome content. Thanks Tom and Slavy!
Yes! Slavy is brilliant. And I love Tom's approach of basically teaching you how to take coaching advice and run with it.
Excellent tutorial
Great insight. Thanks.
Great insights. We all need to learn and grow.
I will def get a video analysis done this year! Align the heels of your feet and pointing your front foot forward will help unlock the hips and assist with the energy being transferred through the shot. Interested in hearing more about straight vs bent arm structure
absolutely brilliant. I hit a 1HBH myself and have been struggling trying to coach s.o. with a 2HBH. Your video / Slavy's comments helped me understand what's truly different about the two strokes. Eagerly awaiting part 2
Thank you!
bravo! enjoyed every second!
Great! Thanks
Great video and improvements already
Thanks mate!
Hey Tom, first ting that stood out to me was the direction on your right foot toes on the video he was analyzing. They are pointing to the left side fence instead left side net post. That is going to prevent somewhat the bending on the right knee and it's definitely going to lock the left hip from coming forward easily. It's also going to put you in a position where is easier to push up and straighten the legs as you are coming through the shot (weight shifting more upwards than forward) and also making more likely a full extension on the legs. When you have a full leg extension before contact, most of us tend to straighten our spine and immediately the shoulders "shrug" almost as a reflex. I think, that's why it's harder on high balls. I think all that Slavy said is correct but I just think the root cause is a bit different. Usually what I say to my players is to think about stepping forward "into" the court and the shot instead of going sideways. Because you will be crossing the right leg most of the time, even if you think forward the toes will most likely be pointing to the net post. It's a pretty awkward to have your toes pointing forward at the net when you cross the right leg so it really doesn't happen.
That was a mouthful, I hope it makes sense.
I agree with this, but I can point my foot forwards and the same technical errors are there.
@@TomAllsopp 100% agree, it's not a silver bullet but a precursor. It's just hard for me to see how to change the rest without that first.
Great vid, Tom. I’m super happy hopefully I can help you thus somehow at least compensating for tons of the greatest tips you had provided: the serve, the volleys, the volleys footwork and the forehand. I had to switch to 2hbh after the shoulder surgery. Indeed, Slav is absolutely right. You better regard 2hbh as the blocking shot. But then after this the most important launching pad stage you are supposed adding more and more. The recipe for this “more and more” is 1) engage your pelvis into the shot - no hesitation; 2) regard your two hands/fists as the one single entity and just throw it with the racket into the ball until your (both!!) arms are fully stretched; 3) once arms fully stretched don’t fight with them (no funky motions) just let them and your left leg to naturally finish the motion. Good luck 🎉
Thinking of going to 2 hands, age 73 yo 4.0 to help w service return! Will use this to get started, thanks
Very good, I'm experimenting too. Blocking power - Cam Norrie good example?
I can’t imagine hitting like that. But yes.
I was a little confused because his analysis seemed to imply that he wanted your backhand to be like a left-handed forehand. But your commentary at the end seemed like you didn't want it to be like a left handed forehand. Can you clarify? By the way, that is a controversial subject. Should the two-handed backhand be thought of as a left handed forehand? I've heard both yes and no arguments.
I think Slavy was saying my left arm should be in a place that is comfortable enough to strike the ball lefty. But the mechanics are different.
I did not want to imply his backhand should look like a lefty forehand. If that was the takeaway, it’s not by design.
I was using a lefty forehand as an example of some technical flaws that we as coaches regularly point out in other players. The locked out elbow and shoulder combined with a slap of the wrist is something we battle against on a daily basis.
The 2-handed backhand has more inter-play between the arms as well as a more constricted working space and will necessarily look and feel different than a 1-handed off-hand forehand.
There's a real danger in getting carried away with the backhand being a left handed forehand. If you swing for a forehand your shoulders level up (parallel with the net) then the arm swings through. The shoulders are at least 30 degrees off parallel for a 2hd backhand - a completely different position which therefore requires a different sequencing of body movement to get there.
Tom, your wrist is fine now? Or this is before the surgery?
It’s after. It’s healed and better than it was. Thanks for asking.
Can you create a video explaining in details about blocking power
Hi Tom,
Nice video...
What about hitting more open stance forehands to get used in using your left leg/hip more?
Best,
Paul
Hi Paul. Yea that’s a good idea. I’ve been playing high balls off the back leg. I hit it better like that. It doesn’t feel open stance but it kinda is. Once I get comfortable with that, hopefully I can transfer to the front foot at the right time.
In the UA-cam video "How I Transformed My Two-Handed Backhand," the creator shares their journey to improving this tennis technique, which they previously found challenging due to issues with footwork and arm positioning. They sought guidance from coach Slav, who identified the importance of anchoring the left foot for stability and power transfer, and correcting the common mistake of locking out the left arm and shoulder. The creator emphasizes the significance of pushing into the ground with the left foot, keeping the left shoulder in the socket, and engaging the legs and hips for a more effective and coordinated backhand. They also discuss the importance of coming off the back foot while striking the ball and bending the legs to create an angle for a more comfortable and powerful stroke. The creator plans to share a comparison of their old and new backhand techniques in the next part of the video.
00:00:00 In this section of the video, the creator discusses how they transformed their two-handed backhand from an awkward technique to a more coordinated and effective one. They sought video analysis from a coach named Slav, who emphasized the importance of using blocking power and stability in a two-handed backhand. The creator admits that as a tennis coach, they found it easier to help others improve their two-handed backhand than to analyze their own. Slav identified issues with the creator's leg work, specifically the lack of anchoring of the left foot, which was causing a loss of energy and stability in their shots. The creator then demonstrates the correct stance and footwork, emphasizing the importance of anchoring the left foot to transfer energy into the upper body and improve shot consistency.
00:05:00 In this section of the UA-cam video titled "How I Transformed My Two-Handed Backhand," the speaker discusses the importance of proper footwork and arm positioning in executing an effective backhand. He emphasizes the need for the left foot to push into the ground instead of just removing weight, allowing for more power and agency. Additionally, he critiques the common mistake of locking out the left arm and shoulder, which hinders the ability to rotate and generate power. The speaker encourages keeping the left shoulder in the socket and rotating it during the swing, while also emphasizing the importance of engaging the left leg and hip for stability and power transfer. He also mentions the importance of a proper finish, with the hips and shoulders facing the target and the body twisted to elongate the swing.
00:10:00 In this section of the UA-cam video titled "How I Transformed My Two-Handed Backhand," the speaker discusses his realization that focusing too much on his arms and neglecting his body movement was hindering his backhand technique. He shares how implementing the adjustments suggested by a coach, Slobodan, has helped him keep his arms in a more comfortable position by prioritizing the use of his legs and body rotation. The speaker also mentions that his thinking about the shot was incorrect, as he was approaching it like a forehand or a serve, and that Slobodan is helping him understand the concept of "blocking power" instead of focusing on racket speed. The speaker plans to share a zoom session analysis of his old and new backhand in the next part of the video.
00:15:00 In this section of the UA-cam video titled "How I Transformed My Two-Handed Backhand," the speaker discusses the importance of coming off the back foot while striking the ball to maintain energy and momentum in the body. He also mentions the significance of bending the legs to create an angle and get closer to the ball, allowing for a more comfortable and effective stroke. The speaker plans to discuss further how to handle high balls by keeping an athletic posture and using the arms in part two of the video.
literally have had the same exact problem since i’ve been a little lad… and now i’m playing ITFs, still trying to fix this. when is part 2 coming out, Tom? I have the EXACT same issue on those high balls and look exactly the same way with transferring the weight too early and locking the arms
Thanks for all the great content 👍🏼 love the “un-velcroing” timing analogy
Send me an email! Send me a video.
@@TomAllsopp copy that, will do so when i’m back in the states next week 👍🏼 currently in Hammamet, Tunisia 🇹🇳
Looks like you have taken a golf swing onto the court - like you are trying to spin around in circles instead of just driving forward (which is much simpler). Step across with the back leg, step foward with the front leg and drive forward in the direction you want the ball to go. A tick box for you would be if you are driving forward you should want to step forward after your swing so your back leg is now infront. Karue Sell did a video on backhands - he's pretty good at them, worth watching :)
If i make an analysis. I just watch 10, 20 or whatever backhands to see a regular behaviour. What i see very casual strokes without putting energy into the shots. Would like to see a playing with more intensity to go deeper.
Who wants more velcro backhands!?
Can you and Slavy do one with the one handed backhand?
It’s a good idea. We’ll see
Is that a Sheffield United hoodie I see there?? 😁
Yes haha
Oh my god you support the wrong team in Sheffield 😢 just as well you’re good at this tennis coaching lark Tom
😂
Haha 😂
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I'm so sorry this is awful. In my opinion.
Good luck, 😢Tom.
What would you recommend for a great 2-handed backhand?
What’s awful? I don’t need luck. I got Slavy
No worries, mate, coaches are always a bit different.
Not all are the same.
I meant no disrespect.
Just to much noise. For me.
It can take years to develop a great two hander. Keep it simple . JH
@@JaiHasan-cj7jn It was simple. I'll turn the advice into a TikTok video for you.
Very informative. Liked the point about SBH being more powerful and spinny and the 2Hbh being more controlling and containing against power.