I have a problem with my forehand strike, because the first explanation I was given was incorrect and the way I visualized the shot was also consequently wrong. With a lot of work and persistence I've been able to overcome muscle memory, which was deeply rooted in my forehand strike. This video is excellent because it helps with the correct technical execution of the forehand. Very good indeed !
There are a lot of tennis instructors who try to defy physics; try to defy the foundations given to us by Braden - you really give players the greatest chance to have long hitting zones! Thank you!
We are so lucky to live in this youtube era. To get the content of this 5mins video - one may need to pay $100 for an one hour private coaching. Appreciate your videos!
Good content! I totally have missed lifting my shoulder to extend hitting zone and hit a flatter ball. I am excited to see what kinda shape I can get on my forehands now. I’d also be interested to see a video talking about playing height as it relates to lifting the shoulder
Thanks! My forehand is often weak in matches and what you described is my problem. I video recorded myself and saw that my arm breaks across the body immediately after contact and there is a lack of power and depth. Will have to give this a try.
So, how would you find a short cross court angle with this type of follow through? It would seem you’d need to get off of the staircase and curve off towards the left if you’re a righty.
What if the incoming ball is at our chest or shoulder level? That's a pull across the ball situation right? Or at the waist how do you execute this 45 degree angle/stairway exercise?
This is very good, but I have a real problem doing this in return of serves. My main error is hitting into the net and I know that my swing path is off. Would like to see something on return of serve.. after all it is the second most used shot.
Hello, very interesting and useful. I was still thinking, what if you want to strike the ball in a high point? lets say at more or less shoulder height, just to not let it fall. How would this racket path adjust? Also considering the finishing of the swing in order to produce a penetrating topsin shot. Thanks in advance.
I have a problem with my forehand strike, because the first explanation I was given was incorrect and the way I visualized the shot was also consequently wrong.
With a lot of work and persistence I've been able to overcome muscle memory, which was deeply rooted in my forehand strike.
This video is excellent because it helps with the correct technical execution of the forehand.
Very good indeed !
That simple concept of lifting from the shoulder is so fundamental and so helpful - thanks James.
There are a lot of tennis instructors who try to defy physics; try to defy the foundations given to us by Braden - you really give players the greatest chance to have long hitting zones! Thank you!
yes and those pros who say Braden is old school are lost souls,,,
@@kingarthurusatenniscoach1415 couldn’t agree with you more!
@@nicorsar I teach the Braden way, Simple mechanics
@@kingarthurusatenniscoach1415 and your students will be able to strike the ball cleanly when they’re 60!
James is one of the best instructors that I’ve viewed on the internet!!
We are so lucky to live in this youtube era. To get the content of this 5mins video - one may need to pay $100 for an one hour private coaching. Appreciate your videos!
thanks for the kind words :) much appreciated!!
Omg - This is exactly what my partner and I were working on today! You validated my suggestions to him.
Very clear and super good instruction. Thanx!
Great explanation and exactly what I needes
Good content! I totally have missed lifting my shoulder to extend hitting zone and hit a flatter ball. I am excited to see what kinda shape I can get on my forehands now. I’d also be interested to see a video talking about playing height as it relates to lifting the shoulder
Thanks! My forehand is often weak in matches and what you described is my problem. I video recorded myself and saw that my arm breaks across the body immediately after contact and there is a lack of power and depth. Will have to give this a try.
Okeh
Massively helpful. Excellent and thanks
James - it would be great to hear you critique the popular instructor emphasis on rotation rotation rotation.
Amazing tip! Thank you
Realised this is maybe even more important on my one handed backhand.
Super excited. I will try. Thank you!
Excellent video
thanks for the feedback :)
v good lesson. you have a nice speaking voice as well.
Great tip
very useful
So, how would you find a short cross court angle with this type of follow through? It would seem you’d need to get off of the staircase and curve off towards the left if you’re a righty.
Body positioning and wrist movement .. you still want to hit through the ball always
Great video mate 👍
Good stuff
that's an awesome tip
Super, thank you!
Thank You.
Helpful thanks
What if the incoming ball is at our chest or shoulder level? That's a pull across the ball situation right? Or at the waist how do you execute this 45 degree angle/stairway exercise?
great demo Kid,,,, I hate to see the modern forehand and wrist,,, Join the club Kid Great teaching
That's the way I play my forehand - Vic Braden style!
You are the best!!!
What's the grip you are using?
This is very good, but I have a real problem doing this in return of serves. My main error is hitting into the net and I know that my swing path is off. Would like to see something on return of serve.. after all it is the second most used shot.
Whenever my forehand goes off, those are the reasons. Takes discipline to correct the problems. Thanks for the review
I have same exact issue. I pull my racquet too early across the body. How do you handle high balls with this technique ? May be buggy whip like Nadal
Hello, very interesting and useful. I was still thinking, what if you want to strike the ball in a high point? lets say at more or less shoulder height, just to not let it fall. How would this racket path adjust? Also considering the finishing of the swing in order to produce a penetrating topsin shot.
Thanks in advance.
908u
Super!
Good staff, thanks mate.
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Max miralo, saludos
So what if the contact is chest high? The linear stroke theory is obsolete! It has been replaced with angular technique.
Exacto..la nueva manera de pegar es circular,rotacion de caderas y hombros....NO LINEAR
Terminology, but never lift your shoulder. You are demonstrating shoulder flexion.
Awful
Very good