Feet position FH
Table Tennis Strokes and Technique
Last updated 10 years ago
Gabi Mizrahi Asked 10 years ago
Hi guys,
for a righty, what is the correct feet and angle position hitting a FH counter hit?
i have taken lessons from 2 high level coaches( above 2500 ustt rating) one says to keep the right foot behind in a 45 degree angle while bending the left leg and keeping the body weight slightly on the left leg. The other says to keep both feet parallel to the table while bending the right leg and keeping the body weight on the right leg, explaining that it provides for a faster response game. I suspect that they are both right in their own ways and perhaps I should focusing on the one that I'm more comfortable. However, I would appreciate your thought
Thanks
Gabi
Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago
Hi Gabi,
The feet position when learning the stroke itself can be more side on at a 45 degree angle. However, when you are playing close to the table it is best to have the feet straight on so that you can change easily between forehand and backhand.
The weight can be fairly evenly distributed between left and right foot especially on contact. This again will give you good balance but allow you to play forehands and backhands equally as well.
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Ard Paardekooper Posted 10 years ago
Talking about stance, what about the left knee (for a right-hander);
When bending/swinging back for a FH counter/loop, I tend to move the left knee inward (pointing to right corner of table) and when setting off whith right feet, I move the left knee back, slightly outward (to the left side of the table). Is this correct, or should I keep my knee pointing to the left side of the table all the way.
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago
Hi Ard,
You can turn your knees slightly but most of the turn should come from your waist and shoulders. Try to keep your legs bent all the way through your stroke for more stability and balance.
Christian , Posted 10 years ago
Hello,
does the right leg come forward during the stroke or does it stay back ?
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 10 years ago
You don't need to bring your right leg forward. I think it is better to have the leg in the same position so that you are ready for the next ball on either the forehand or backhand.