How to Play Tennis – The Backhand Stroke
Posted on July 3, 2009
Filed Under Tennis
The backhand is the second common stroke that is learned when beginners start playing tennis. The backhand is learned at the same time as the forehand as the stroke as the concept is similar to the forehand. Two hands are used with the basic backhand because the two-handed backhand increase control and accuracy.
The two-handed backhand stroke is used for players who want more control and accuracy. Learning the backhand is more difficult than the forehand as the feel of the stroke is less natural than hitting a forehand. There are four basic elements when hitting a backhand; court movement, shoulder turn, strike and follow-through.
Being passive when hitting the ball is a sure fire-way to hit a weak backhand. Take an aggressive stance when hitting the ball by going to the ball instead of letting the ball come to you. You can shuffle to the ball, plant your feet and make sure that your feet are a shoulder length apart. Being in the right spot before the ball lands will ensure that your shot is explosive and controlled.
Turn the shoulders and have your racket almost perpendicular to the net. The racket should be higher than your waist and your wrists should be locked. Turned shoulders and a high racket will ensure that your strike will generate enough speed to get over the net.
Hit the ball around waist level. The ball should be about an arms-length away and your racket face should be pointing towards the net. Follow through the ball by lifting your racket up and across your body. The racket should be head level and across the opposite shoulder. Following through the ball will increase the top-spin on the ball.
Following the steps outlined above will ensure that you hit your backhand with proper form. Practice makes perfect with any sport so start hitting backhands today and become the next Andre Agassi.
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