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Fitness Training for Tennis Players

One of the key fitness components to being a successful tennis player is maintaining a high level of fitness.

Although the points in tennis are generally considered anaerobic in nature; tennis players need to be extremely fit in order to last and perform at their best for an entire match. Below you will find articles, reports, endurance training programs, tips and advice and resources all related specifically to tennis fitness training.

Tennis Fitness Training

Tennis Players and Dynamic Warm-up Program
Dynamic Tennis Specific Warm - up - In tennis, the warm-up involves light aerobic activity followed by a tennis specific stretching routine and dynamic movements. This is to prepare the player for a more strenuous workout. The warm-up is designed to help prevent injury and enhance physical performance. . . . keep reading

Three Must Do Stretches for Speed Training and Tennis

Three "Must Do" Stretches for Speed Training and Tennis. Perform these three stretches prior to performing any speed training exercises and you will help to prevent any possible injuries from occurring. It is also important to conduct a dynamic sports specific warm-up. . . . keep reading

Core Strength Training With Stability Balls for Tennis

Here are three core strength training exercises for tennis players using stability balls. Tennis players will benefit greatly by strengthening the mid-section. . . . keep reading

9 Core Strength Training Exercises
Here are 9 Core strength training exercise for tennis players. These exercises can be used withg a swiss ball. . . . keep reading

Jumping Rope for Tennis Agility, Footwork and Movement

Using a jump rope to work on your footwork is a great alternative to the many standard exercises used by coaches. One of the great advantages of a jump rope is that you can easily fit it into any tennis or travel bag and take it with you on road trips or even to local tournaments. . . . keep reading

Training with the "Z" Ball for Tennis Speed, Footwork and Agility

This is a great training method that is easily incorporated into any fitness training session. The balls are cheap to buy and can be easily taken any where you travel due to its light weight and small size. . . . keep reading

Measuring Your Body Composition -- How Do You Do it?
For many coaches involved with coaching teams such as in college, high schools or academies one of the important aspects of conducting a successful and progressive fitness program is the testing of each athlete at the start of each cycle. . . . keep reading

Designing and Implementing a Tennis Training Program
There are several key elements when it comes to designing a training program. First of all an athlete must establish a good foundation of strength before participating in a plyometric training program. . . . keep reading

Recovery Between Tennis Practice Sessions and Workouts
It is during recovery that adaptations occur within the body responding to the demands that were placed upon it during the workout.The recovery is one of the most misunderstood components of any training program. . . . keep reading

Tennis Specific Warm-up

The warm-up often varies according to the sport involved, the professionalism of the athlete, time available during a training session, and knowledge on what the role of a warm-up plays in their sport. . . . keep reading

Guide to Rehydration - The Importance of Drinking Water for Tennis Players

Dehydration is a common problem for tennis players. Dehydration will have a negative impact on your playing performance. This article provides you with tips for staying hydrated. . . . keep reading

Flexibility and Speed Training for Tennis Players
Flexibility plays an important role in becoming faster as it allows the athlete to progress technically through greater range of movement at the joint. This greater range of movement (ROM) could not only help to prevent injury but also assist the athlete when it comes to being able to perform a variety of exercises that they may not have been able to do before. . . . keep reading

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