Forehand Topspin: Hip or Forearm power
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AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira Asked 12 years ago
hi coach :)
when playing a stroke where should you get your power from: The Hip rotation or The Forearm?
thx pingskills team
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Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Amekun,
To develop more power on the forehand you use a combination of forces. Your arm is the starter and finisher but you can also use your legs, waist and wrist to help you. We have filmed a lesson on this which will be out shortly.
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AmekunRaiane Rivadeneira Posted 12 years ago
yey a new video
ill be looking 4ward to it
thx coach :)