Missing shots because you are nervous? Read on for better results - We all make mistakes when we get nervous, but many don’t know that these mistakes can be avoided by remembering some simple cues. When getting nervous on forehand/backhand ground strokes or volleys the hand will usually loosen up at contact. If you can just remember when you are tense, squeeze the bottom three fingers on your hitting hand it will help firm up your shot under pressure. When you become nervous on your serve usually the opposite happens and you squeeze the grip too tightly making your wrist very inflexible and you don’t allow it to work smoothly and efficiently. Thinking about griping the racquet handle loosely and not gripping too tightly with the fingers will ensure that your wrist can work the way it should when under pressure. Try these tips next time you are out playing or hitting and I think you will see greater success when those nervous times pop up.
Good luck with your victory over nervous mistakes and new found confidence. If you find yourself struggling with it, come to a clinic or lesson and we can help you get it right!
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