Locking part of the hand for backhand topspin
Strokes
singaraju avancha Asked 10 years ago
While playing backhand topspin against both chop and topspin which part of my hand should be locked? Is it the elbow or shoulder? I am getting lot of pain in my shoulder while playing the backhand topspin against chop continuously.
Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago
Hi Singaraju,
You should keep your arm and hand relaxed during the stroke. You don’t need to force the wrist or hand through but just keep it relaxed and let it come through with the stroke.
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singaraju avancha Posted 10 years ago
Thamk you. I was under the impression that some part of my hand must me stiff to generate toospin. I will practice the way you suggested and come back what i have as an imorovement an result.
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