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5 Tips to Prevent Tennis Elbow

Tennis Pro — Wed, 16 May 2012 11:48:35 +0000

Although tennis may not be a full contact sport, it is still possible to get injured. One of the most common injuries that tennis players face is called tennis elbow. This is a repetitive strain injury that can be incredibly painful. The good news is that you can prevent it, or at the very least, lessen the chances of it occurring. Here are some tips to help you avoid this painful injury.

1. Use the right equipment.

One of the main reasons that tennis elbow can occur can be traced to using the wrong racket. It is important to get professionally fitted with a racket to ensure that it is the proper size for you. Most sporting goods stores will be able to help you pick a racket that has the right size and the right grip. If you are playing with a racket that is too heavy for you, it is all too easy to stress your elbow joint and end up with tennis elbow.

2. Stretch beforehand.

Although tennis elbow is a repetitive injury, you can reduce the chances of having it occur by taking the time to warm up your joints properly. Learn the right exercises to do before you play and remember not to play too long. Several hours of tennis will hurt even the best players and can put too much stress on your joints. It is better to keep your sessions shorter than risk having to deal with this injury.

3. Wear a brace.

If you already have a problem with tennis elbow, or if you will be playing for extended periods of time, wearing a brace can reduce the amount of stress on that joint. You may want to have your doctor prescribe a specific brace and get one that is properly fitted to make sure that it will work the way it was intended.

4. Practice using good form.

Tennis elbow can be exacerbated by improper form. If you are new to the sport, it is important to get at least one lesson from a pro to start off with, and then to follow up with one from time to time to make sure that you are using the right form. This can greatly reduce your risk of becoming injured.

5. Play less.

Sadly, for many players, the only way to prevent tennis elbow from flaring up is to limit how often they play the game. This is usually the case for those with severe cases, or for those that have been playing tennis for many years. In this case, playing less may be your only option.

While tennis elbow is common among professional players, there are ways that it can be prevented. If you are noticing increasing pain in your elbow joint, it is best to contact your doctor and schedule a checkup. They will be able to make further recommendations that will help you stay pain free and help you get back into the game again.

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Originally posted 2008-10-09 05:03:03. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Facts about Strings and Racquets

Tennis Pro — Tue, 15 May 2012 23:32:24 +0000

Nine Facts About Strings -

Here are nine really basic facts about tennis racquet strings that from the United States Racquet Stringers Association. These nine facts about tennis racquet strings are presented in a general sense, as they are not always true for all tennis racquets or racquet players. As players increase their capabilities on the court, these rules may change.

String tensions that are lower are capable of generating more power, provided that movement of the strings does not occur.
String tensions that are higher are capable of generating more control over the ball for players that are more experienced at hitting.
Longer lengths of the string or a longer string plane area is capable of producing more power.
A decreased string density, or fewer strings on the racquet, is capable of generating more power.
Thinner strings are capable of generating more power.
More elastic strings are capable of generating more power, and the thing that is going to produce the additional power is also capable of absorbing more of the shock load during the impact.
Softer strings, and strings that have a softer coating, generally do not vibrate as much.
Thinner strings are generally capable of producing more spin.
Decreased density of the strings, or fewer strings on the racquet is capable of producing more spin.

Ten Facts About Racquets -

These ten facts about tennis racquets are presented as general tips and facts, and reflect a majority rule. That is to say, while these facts are true for most tennis racquets, they are not always true for all tennis racquets. The only way to know what type of tennis racquet will work best for you is to experiment until you find the right weight, stiffness and size of the racquet to suit your own personal needs.

Heavier frames tend to be capable of generating an increase in power.
A heavier frame is generally capable of vibrating less.
Heavier frames tend to have much larger sweet spots.
A stiffer frame is generally going to be capable of generating an increase in power.
Stiffer frames are generally capable of having larger sweet spots.
A stiffer frame is capable of transmitting more of the shock load to the player's arm than a more flexible frame would.
Larger frames generally are capable of generating more power.
A stiffer frame is generally capable of providing a more uniform response of the ball across the entire plane of strings.
A larger frame is generally much more resistant to any twisting.
A larger frame generally has a much larger sweet spot.

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Originally posted 2009-07-21 05:06:26. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Tennis Elbow 101

Tennis Pro — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:21:44 +0000

If you are dealing with tennis elbow, knowing how to treat it or what to do about it is vital. Here is a look at what you can do when you are dealing with tennis elbow.

If you want to alleviate a shoulder, elbow or wrist that is temporarily sore as a result of overplaying, what you may want to attempt is to modify your racquet so that it better absorbs the vibrations of the hits. You can do this through the following methods:

You can string your racket toward the lower end of the spectrum of the recommended tension range for your particular racquet. Looser string faces are generally capable of absorbing more of the impact from the ball. Looser faces are also capable of adding depth to each of your shots without requiring you to make the same full powered swing in the process.

Try using a thicker string: as thicker string densities tend to help absorb the shot better to take some of the stress off your arm.

Another thing that you may want to attempt doing is to try adding lead tape to your racquet in order to increase its mass overall. By adding weight to your racquet you will be helping to reduce the amount of shock that is transmitted to the hand and the arm through the racquet.

Now you should check with your pro shop in order to ensure that the grip size that you are using is the right grip size for your particular hand size. It may be that you are going to need to increase your handle size or decrease your handle size in order to decrease the vibration that your hand and arm are experiencing. The correct grip size on your tennis racquet can really mean a lot when it comes to eliminating the issues you are dealing with pertaining to tennis elbow.

You may also want to consider vibration dampeners, but keep this in mind when doing so: Vibration dampeners do not generally have an effect on the amount of vibration that is experienced by the elbow. What they really do tend to do, on the other hand, is to have an effect on how the racquet sounds and how it feels instead. While you may consider this option, it should be your absolute last resort because there are plenty of other ways for you to reduce the vibrations that your arm experiences during play.

If you are working with a computer frequently, here is another tip: You should be operating the computer's mouse with the hand that you are not using to play tennis with. If you are a right handed tennis player, then you should be using your left hand to work the mouse on your computer. If you are a left handed tennis player then you should be using your right hand to work the mouse on your computer.

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Tennis Elbow 101 pt 2

Tennis Pro — Mon, 14 May 2012 11:01:45 +0000

If you have determined that the cause of your tennis elbow pain is that you have poor technique when swinging your tennis racquet, then you need to keep in mind that bad habits from a lifetime of playing are not going to be easy to remove. It is going to require a lot of persistence and a lot of determination for you to overcome bad form and bad playing habits. But there is definitely no stronger medication for improving your techniques on the court than knowing that if you do not improve, you may be dealing with a lifetime of pain from tennis elbow.

If you have been given the all clear to begin playing again by your doctor or by your physical therapist, then it is essential that you do absolutely everything that you possibly can in order to alleviate any kind of discomfort that you may be feeling. It is important that you find a way to incorporate a good stretching routine into your normal warming up routine. Flexing the wrist in the direction of the palm while you keep your elbow straightened is definitely a good stretch that you should be doing. It is a good idea for you to wear an elbow brace or an elbow sleeve, because when your muscles are warm, they are going to be capable of stretching more and therefore will be far less prone to sustaining injuries.

Another consideration to make when it comes to diagnosing the problem behind tennis elbow is that the problem may actually be your equipment. If the problem is not somewhere in your technique, then the odds are that it has something to do with the equipment that you are using. Answer the following questions. If you answer yes to any of the following questions, then your equipment may actually be to blame for your unfortunate discomfort.

Are you using a racquet that is light, but is head heavy?
Are you using a racquet that has a very small grip?
Are you using a racquet that has a very large grip?
Are you using a racquet that seems to be exceptionally stiff?
Are you using a racquet that seems to be hard and really unforgiving in the strings?
Are you using a racquet that has a sweet spot that is relatively spot?
Are you using a racquet without a vibration dampener?
Are you using heavy balls?

If you ended up answering yes to any of the questions mentioned above, or even just one of them, then it could be possible that you are hurting yourself by using the wrong equipment, and then the solution would be to change your equipment in order to give yourself a tremendous benefit.

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Originally posted 2009-09-30 03:56:42. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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Improving your Health with Tennis

Tennis Pro — Sun, 13 May 2012 22:54:12 +0000

Tennis is by far one of the most popular types of competitive sports that you can play today. This is definitely because tennis is capable of offering you a very large variety of different benefits to your health as well as improving the health of your cardiovascular system, preventing stroke and heart disease, toning and strengthening your muscles, enhancing the circulation of your blood, leveling out your blood pressure, lowering your cholesterol, speeding up your metabolism and helping you to lose weight, strengthening your bones, improving your mental alertness and your tactical thinking skills and even helping you to develop personality traits that are healthy and positive.

If you are planning to get started in playing tennis, then the first thing that you are going to want to do is to learn the skills that are linked to the sport of tennis. The way that you can achieve this is by taking local tennis lessons or buying an instructional video.

There are a wide variety of different tennis schools out there today, and most of them are going to offer unique takes on tennis coaching and tennis lessons and how you should go about the process of learning tennis. There are certified types of tennis coaches and tennis instructors out there that will teach you everything that you need to know about serving and volleying along with all of the other techniques that you are going to want to know for learning how to play tennis.

Before you sign up for any tennis lessons, what you are going to want to do is to make sure that you have all of the right equipment. This is going to include having the proper tennis clothing, the right shoes and the tennis racquet that is going to suit you the best. You should not simply choose a specific racquet or a specific pair of shoes just because you saw someone else wearing them - You need to choose what is going to work best for you and what is going to have a good, solid fit. Your tennis shoes are going to need to be durable enough that they are going to bear all of the rigors that are associated with tennis and all of the foot movements associated with tennis for the best possible results. When choosing a racquet, you are going to want one that is sturdy enough to handle your level of play, and that offers the size, shape and weight that you need for your level of proficiency in this sport.

As you choose the tennis lessons that you are going to take, let your instructor assess your skills so that you can find the right match. Choosing the wrong instructor is not going to help you learn how to take this sport up for your health, after all.

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Originally posted 2009-09-24 03:51:17. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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How to Buy the Best Junior Tennis Racquet

Tennis Pro — Sun, 13 May 2012 10:49:22 +0000

Buying tennis racquets is a lot more complicated than you might think. There are a few different categories of tennis racquets for you to choose from for your best game. The equipment that you choose for your game can make a big difference in the outcome of your game.

A junior tennis racquet is designed for a younger smaller player. They are specifically designed to accommodate the smaller arms and less muscle strength that a child will have in the game. These are lighter and allow the child to have a greater control over the racquet.

Your child's coach can make some recommendations on the right junior tennis racquet for your child. The coach will know your child's strengths and weaknesses in their game which will help determine which racquet is best.

When your child is interested in tennis and plays frequently, investing in a good quality junior tennis racquet is a worthwhile investment. Tennis is a great sport for your child to become involved in to get a great amount of exercise and improve their athletic abilities.

The proper junior tennis racquet is usually determined by body size, weight and playing ability. As your child progresses through the game, a new junior tennis racquet may be needed. Of course, as they grow and their body changes an adult sized racquet will eventually be needed.

The salesperson in the sporting goods store can help choose the right racquet for your child as they grow and their body changes. Adult racquets can vary in their weight and size as well. A power racquet is usually used by a beginning adult player or one who has a weaker shot. These are generally heavier in the head of the racquet, giving the player the power that they need to deliver a good shot.

Lighter control racquets are used by more advanced players. These are generally used to give a greater degree of control and precision in the shots. Advanced players will be able to maneuver these racquets with enough power to deliver the shots that they want.

There are also racquets that fall in between these two categories. They are designed for the intermediate player who still might not have the same power as an advanced player, but doesn't quite need the heavier power racquet any longer.

As you can see, there are many variations of tennis racquet and the junior tennis racquet is just the beginning of your child's journey through the game of tennis. As their skills improve and their strength becomes greater, it will only be a matter of time until they are playing with a control racquet.

Taking the time to choose the right racquet for your child will greatly improve the quality of their game. Along with the improvement to their game will come a greater enjoyment of the sport. Those who play the game well typically enjoy it more. A junior tennis racquet can increase the likelihood of this happening for your child and all of the benefits that can be found with tennis.

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Two Basic Types of Strokes

Tennis Pro — Sat, 12 May 2012 10:24:34 +0000

Without first learning the movements and developing all of your skills in order to achieve success in tennis, it is going to be vitally important for you consider taking lessons so that you can learn all of the basics that are naturally associated with playing tennis as a beginner. No matter how talented you think that you may be, the only way that you are going to be able to build up techniques for tennis while staying in shape is going to be to practice consistently as well as to learn new things constantly. For example, there are two basic types of strokes that people use when they are just getting started in the game of tennis:

1 - The Groundstroke

The player or the student who is learning tennis needs to realize that it is vitally important that the groundstroke be mastered. A groundstroke is going to begin with a slight and short backswing.
It may be possible for you to also use a shortened type of grip on your racquet handle.
You should be maintaining the standard type or method of follow through.
You should be lengthening your backswing slowly, or at a slow pace.
You should be sliding the grip in the direction of the handle.
It is important that you remember when it comes to basic beginner's tennis that you are going to drop feed first. Second, you should know that doing a short drop feed is completely okay. Finally, you need to know that upon following through with your drop feed you are going to want to feed out from your tennis racquet.
You are going to want to start out from inside of the service line, and then you may move back at a rising pace. You should begin slowly, and you should typically try to end up with a run.

2 - The Overhead Stroke

The racquet needs to begin at the point of contact and then slowly you will be able to present a bigger swing.
You should be standing close to the net. You should begin to move backwards, but you should be taking your time.
You should begin with a soft feed right into the racquet. Try a few high feeds but do not overwhelm yourself too quickly or you will not learn.
All of your practice sessions should be brief as well as productive. When you are just getting started you will be itching to play and your attention span will be short. Make sure that you are working on your techniques in a precise way in order to get your form right and have the best possible results.

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Originally posted 2009-09-22 03:03:46. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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