Position at the table and good posture
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Arnaud N Asked 12 years ago
Hi Alois,
I am working on my posture at the table at the moment:
I understand that I need to bend the knees, but how about the upper part of my body? Should I lean forward and almost touch the table with my nose (so with my head at about net level) or is it better to stand relatively straight and look down at the table from above? What is the best and most effective angle to view the table during the rally?
Thanks,
Arnaud
Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago
Hi Arnaud,
You can bend slightly forward from the waist. This will get your eyes lower. I think from a lower position you can see the ball more easily.
Also with your weight forward you get your weight more onto the front of your foot which enables you to move better. If your weight is on the back of your feet then it it harder to jump into position.
Also take a look at our lesson on the Basic Stance.
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Viet Dang Xuan Posted 12 years ago
I think the more you need to bend your knees first.