Player holds light dumbbell in dominant hand. Player imitates volleys with weight.
In this drill, Player works on strengthening dominant hand through a specific tennis exercise. Imitating volleys with weight is a great way to learn how to use proper technique even when the arm is tired. Consistent use of this exercise will positively impact player's control and effectiveness of volleys in match situation.
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