The player lays down on the ground with knees bent, and the coach throws the medicine ball to the player. The player catches the ball, makes a sit up and throws the ball back.
Core is responsible for power especially while hitting from the open stance so players should work on abs and lower back consistently. This drill helps to build core muscles to prevent injuries and develop stronger upper body.
On-court coaching is now fully legal, technology continues to advance, and the ATP calendar evolves. Here's what tennis coaches need to know for 2026.
Tennis demands a unique combination of endurance, power, agility, and flexibility. Physical preparation determines how long careers last and how players perform when it matters most.
Ecological dynamics is transforming tennis coaching. This constraints-led approach develops adaptable, creative players who can solve problems in competition, not just execute drilled patterns.
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