Xu Xin footwork
Footwork
Table TennisGuy Asked 10 years ago
Dear PingSkills,
I noticed that Xu Xin could move from the right side of the court to the right, whilst looping. I was wondering if you could give me some tips on moving like him. Thank you for your advice!
Alois Rosario Answered 10 years ago
Hi,
This sort of footwork only comes after many years of footwork drills. He has incredible leg strength but also has the pattern of movement so well grooved in his mind.
Start with the basic movements and then work hard on many footwork drills as we show you in our Training Secrets lessons.
Recommended Video
Building Block 2: Link Your Table Tennis Strokes with Better Footwork
The second building block of table tennis is linking your strokes with set patterns. This step focuses on transitioning smoothly between strokes, as playing from a single position is very different from reacting after a previous shot.
At this stage, improving your footwork is essential to ensure you can consistently get into the correct position. By mastering this building block, you’ll develop better coordination, rhythm, and adaptability, allowing you to handle more dynamic gameplay with confidence.
To develop building block 2 you can utilise the following modules:
Watch Now
Thoughts on this question
Become a free member to post a comment about this question.
Table TennisGuy Posted 10 years ago
I see. Thanks!