For a long time, foam rolling was mostly used by pro tennis players and elite sports medicine facilities. Today, however, this self-myofascial release (SMR) technique is gaining popularity for the incredible benefits it offers athletes of all levels. Read on to learn how foam rolling can increase your performance on the court, plus how you Read More »
Spring is finally getting closer, the weather is starting to thaw and the days are getting longer. You know what that means…it’s time to think about getting back on the court to enjoy that extra precious daylight! If you’ve been in hibernation, it’s a great idea to get your body ready with some strength and Read More »
It’s been said that each game of tennis is a mini life lesson — and we couldn’t agree more. Hard work, discipline, sportsmanship, focus and pure love of the game…you’ll find all of this and more each time you step on the court. We could wax poetic about tennis all day, but we’ll leave it Read More »
Throughout this pandemic, the fact that tennis is an ideal “social distancing” sport has been high on our gratitude list! Plus, it’s an ace for stress relief, which boosts your mood and keeps your heart healthy. These benefits have been great for instilling a greater sense of wellbeing during this difficult year. Now, there’s yet Read More »
If you’ve ever watched professional tennis, you’ve witnessed firsthand how often elite players change their racquets. This goes to show just how vital fresh strings are to your performance on the court. It makes perfect sense when you think about it: With tension loss, there’s a feeling that your racquet has lost its punch or gotten Read More »
Part of the fun of tennis is the wide variety of tactical shots available to players. Once you’re comfortable with the basics — like serves, returns, forehands and backhands — it’s exciting to work on adding specialty shots to your arsenal. While these are more difficult to master and may not be considered “essential” to Read More »
With twice as many players on the court, doubles is more complex than singles. You and your partner have to get past two opponents, not just one, so it’s a bit more of a finesse game. However, according to Anish Manrai, CA Assistant Director of Sport and Fitness, this also means there’s more opportunity for Read More »
When you walk out onto the court to compete, practice time is over — last-minute changes to your technique won’t improve your chances at winning. What will help you win, however, is a strong mental game and strategy. “Sometimes we get so concerned with the way we are executing shots that we lose focus of Read More »
Tennis is a mental game — but just like the physical aspects, it can be trained to help you become an even stronger player. It’s completely natural to have feelings of anxiety, doubt or just plain intimidation on the court. In fact, these emotions can even be a good thing…they show that you truly care Read More »
Everything starts with the feet — it’s the foundation for your every movement. Tennis is a game of constant movement, yet it’s often overlooked that excellent footwork is the key to being a successful player. It’s no secret why: The pursuit of the perfect stroke tends to steal the spotlight! “You might have strong groundstrokes, Read More »