In addition to being a game that requires mastery of strokes and strategies, at competitive levels, tennis is a game of rapid acceleration and deceleration. You must be quick to the ball. You must then settle in and hit your shot in a balanced position in order to have power and placement. You must keep your eyes on the ball when hitting and be able to anticipate its trajectory when receiving. You must do this over and over again if you want to win. And all of these capabilities can be improved when you learn ways to improve your agility. Movement Mechanics There are a variety of movements and positions used in tennis that allow you to move with agility around the court. These movement mechanics are described here and utilized in the agility drills that follow.
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