Leg strength training
Training and Drills
Sean Maynard Asked 11 years ago
It's been a while and yes I have been training this whole time. My question is my training partner and myself as well are looking to improve our leg strength. I have always had quite a bit of strength in my legs from ice hockey and other sports, but I am finding out this is a much different kind of leg strength and he especially is having some issues his legs give out on him during normal shots sometimes. What kind of leg strength training can we do that is beneficial to table tennis and for him also added flexibility. I am kind of modeling my forehand off the Chinese forehand more specifically Zhang Jike which is requiring an unbelievable amount of leg strength.
Alois Rosario Answered 11 years ago
Hi Sean,
Glad you have kept up your training.
As far as leg strength, it is an explosive movement so it is more power. To generate power you need basic strength and also speed of movement.
Take a look at these Blogs. Weight Training Specifically for Table Tennis and Strength Conditioning for Table Tennis.
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Sean Maynard Posted 11 years ago
I read both articles and fascinating no doubt and it definitely gave me some insight as to how to approach a strength training regiment. The real issue is...I have no coach and know nothing about strength training for this or muscle groups and have no base to start with. The guy I am training with who is having the leg strength issues also does not have an idea as to where to begin with this lol. It's funny because the strokes and some of the footwork you can definitely learn by keen observation from youtube videos and your instructional videos but the parts you don't get to see is the scenes behind the game the training off the table which is truly just as important for a consistent and strong game. I guess what I am asking lol (I know I eventually get to my point) is, is there anyway you can point us in the right direction? Are there any basic strength training regiments that you have used with your team that we could start and build off of?
Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
Hi Sean,
I think with these sorts of things the best thing is to go to a physical trainer because it is important that you do things correctly. You may have to educate them first on the demands of Table Tennis. Often showing them some footage of the top level will help so they understand the movements that are required.