Fitness and table tennis

Mindaugas Steponkus Asked 12 years ago

Hello,

Is muscle growth a bad issue for table tennis players?

I have been playing table tennis for more than 10 years and just started to work with weights half a year ago.

I feel that my muscles are bigger, arms muscles also.

So, what can you tell about this? Any similar experience from your stundents?

Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Mindaugas,

Muscle development is not detrimental to playing well.  It can benefit you because the increase in muscle will mean more power.

Take a look at the blogs we have on these subjects.

Weight Training Specifically for Table Tennis and Strength Conditioning for Table Tennis.