How to increase my forehand topspin speed ?
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Haris Ansari Asked 12 years ago
Hi coach! I have an experience of 2 year in ping pong. Few days ago, I started my forehand topspin practice . At that time, i have nice speed in smash but after few days, my smash and my topspin speed is decreased very much. Please tell me that how can I increase my forehand topspin speed ?
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Haris,
To increase the speed of your topspin firstly you need to maintain your technique. Then get your bat moving through faster. This can be done by moving your arm through faster but also with the help of the rest of your body. This can start with your legs as well as waist and upper body to help you to move it through faster.
One thing to watch out for is that when you want to hit the ball faster that you do not tighten up your shoulders. This is a natural reaction but is counter-productive to getting the bat moving faster.
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Haris Ansari Posted 12 years ago
THANKS COACH, YOU ARE RIGHT BECAUSE WHENEVER I TRY TO HIT THE BALL, I TIGHTEN UP MY SHOULDERS AND ARMS. YOU ARE GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No problems Haris. Focus on this over the next few sessions and see if you can make a difference.