One Handed vs Two Handed Backhand? Performance Factors and Implications

Posted on February 22, 2016 by avatar

Backhand groundstrokes are gaining importance in modern tennis. 20 or 30 years ago, many players had weaker backhands than forehands. In the modern game it is very difficult

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What are the Physiological Responses to Tennis Tournaments?

Posted on February 15, 2016 by avatar

By Joshua Colmar, iTPA Intern It is known that tennis is a very demanding sport. Tennis movement is a combination of eccentric-concentric muscle action; all movements are rapid and explosive and include accelerations, decelerations, stretches, jumps and strokes.

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Combat Sports and Tennis: What Can We Learn?

Posted on February 12, 2016 by avatar

by Dominic King, CTPS, MTPS, ASCC, PES I love to look around at many different sports and consider the transferable qualities that each sport can bring to tennis and how we can improve our training as a result. I believe … Continue reading →

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Video: Taking Care of Your Body During Week of Tennis Matches

Posted on December 3, 2015 by avatar

Video by iTPA Executive Director Dr. Mark Kovacs discussing dos and don’ts of preparation and recovery during week of tennis matches. Geared toward tennis players, but coaches can glean important info as well to share with players.

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Traveling with a Tennis Player: Thoughts from a CTPS

Posted on October 23, 2015 by avatar

By Dean Hollingworth, CTPS It’s been a little over a month since I’ve come back home from the US Open. It took a bit of time to settle back into my routine and gather my thoughts on what was a … Continue reading →

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Using the Medicine Ball in Tennis: Understand the Intentions

Posted on October 2, 2015 by avatar

By Jonny Fraser (iTPA MTPS, MSc, CSCS), Owner of Science in Tennis Medicine balls are often used in tennis helping develop, endurance, strength and power. They provide a good tool to add external resistance, develop torso strength and stability whilst … Continue reading →

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WTFC Audio: Developing Tennis Player Panel Discussion & Jonathan Flinn: Year Round Strength and Conditioning Program for Collegiate Players

Posted on September 1, 2015 by avatar

WTFC Audio: Developing Tennis Player Panel Discussion & Jonathan Flinn: Year Round Strength and Conditioning Program for Collegiate Players

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WTFC Audio: Satoshi Ochi, Tennis Specific Strength Training

Posted on August 31, 2015 by avatar

WTFC Audio: Satoshi Ochi, Tennis Specific Strength Training Satoshi Ochi is currently the head strength and conditioning coach for the United States Tennis Association (USTA) where he oversees and manages the Strength and Conditioning / Athletic Training staff and programs … Continue reading →

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WTFC Audio: Liz Chaffin, Training and Rehabbing the Hips for Tennis

Posted on August 25, 2015 by avatar

WTFC Audio: Liz Chaffin, Training and Rehabbing the Hips for Tennis

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New Member Discount: Medicine Balls from Oncourt Offcourt

Posted on August 19, 2015 by avatar

From our friends at Oncourt Offcourt:

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