High Tech Tennis
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.46 (685 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0880114584 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 223 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Very informative!" according to A Customer. I recommend this book to any player especially the more advanced. Despite the fact that I rarely rate anything a five, I gave this book a five star because of the attention to detail and the broad spectrum of topics it covers. It covers things such as utilizing . A must for all tennis players and coaches! A Customer This book goes into detail on how the game of tennis is actually played. I found the ideas concerning the strokes informative and well researched. Groppel also gives ideas on strategy, surfaces, shoes, rackets which gives the reader a wider perspective. I liked . Jordi vl said No clear target. Beginners, intermediate and advanced players need different types of information. The problem with this book is that it does not seem to address any specific level or make distinctions about what is suitable for different skill levels. To the author we all seem
The author also covers the use of sports science concepts to determine the appropriate tennis equipment for individual needs. Readers will find an understanding of human body mechanics necessary to best utilize the book. . Sara Paulk, Concord P.L., N.H.Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. Chapters on footwork, backhand, ball spin, volleys, serve, and overhead include both short practical drills and technical explanations of why a particular movement will aid performance. From Library Journal Using research based on kinetics, a branch of science that studies the effects of force upon the motion of a material body, this title seeks to help advanced tennis players imp
In this revised and expanded edition he shows players of all levels how to apply the same scientific principles used on the court by all of the great players, regardless of their styles of execution. Jack Groppel is chairman of the United States Tennis Association's National Sport Science Committee. The book is easy to read, fully illustrated and includes instructional cues that highlight the concepts presented for quick reference during practice. It covers stroke production, footwork, serving, ball spin, volleying, mental fitness, and much more.