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January 03, 2006
TABLE TENNIS TIPS: Staying limber
The second in an occasional series on improving your table tennis game.
Good athletes always come prepared. Part of being prepared is making sure to stretch thoroughly before a game. In the photo above we see player rolling his head (circled) to one side. Notice how his hands (circled) are placed on his hips for balance: Proper form leads to proper execution.
Also notice how his headband is in place even during pre-game stretching. This ensures that his hair won't fall into his eyes.
While stretching, it's a good idea to think about your strategy for the upcoming game. Is your opponent overly aggressive? Perhaps you can use that against him. Is your opponent slow on his feet? Perhaps you should keep him running. Is your opponent easily frightened? Perhaps you should frighten him.
Don't stop stretching while you’re thinking. If you can't do both, then just stretch.
NEXT TIME: "Finishing Strong"
Posted by teb at January 3, 2006 08:47 AM