Core Training - Increase Your Power

Can core training give you that tennis fitness edge?

Of Course It Can - did you also know that working this area is a vital part of any speed training program?

If you don't think you are progressing quickly enough, conditioning this area may be the answer as it is the foundation of all sports performance.

Although some strength training routines may focus on the muscles that look good in the mirror, YOU as a clued up tennis player shouldn't neglect vital core stability training, as this trains the stabilizers that allow you to connect the top half of your body with the lower half.

First, let's define the core. It includes the thorax (chest), rib cage, abdomen, spine, shoulder, pelvic girdle and acts as a base for all movement.

Although these muscles are often overlooked, think about it!

Trunk rotation is absolutely vital for tennis movement.

Training the core area improves lumbar stability and increases the speed of trunk rotation, which leads to improved velocity and control of all your serves and groundstrokes.

What is really useful is that you can utilize your own body weight to perform many of the exercises.

I also like to use a medicine ball as a form of resistance. The resistance can be altered and because most medicine balls are relatively light (1-12 kg), you can perform a high number of repetitions.

One set of 25-30 repetitions are utilized to train strength-endurance and is a good form of core conditioning for all tennis players.

Choose 8-10 exercises and perform each one before taking a minute rest and repeat the sets.

As with all training, it is necessary to have a reasonable strength base and pain free range of motion prior to beginning a program. so you should contact your physician if you are in any doubt as to whether you are ready.

And This For Strength/Stability

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