How to Find a Way to Win
Mirra Andreeva somehow rallied from a 1-5 final-set deficit on Friday to eliminate Frenchwoman Diane Parry. Along the way, Andreeva tossed her racquet in disgust, and bit so hard into her left […]
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HEAT AND HUMIDITY, THE ELITE ATHLETES’ UNSEEN ADVERSARIES
Heat and humidity have a significant impact on elite athletes, particularly tennis players at tournaments like the Australian Open. Key points include: 1. **Heat as an Invisible Adversary**: Elite tennis […]
Alcaraz Prematch Balance Exercise
This week’s question comes from a visitor to the Australian Open in Melbourne. “Can you suggest one legged balance exercises to improve balance and ball watching similar to what I […]
NSMTA President’s Letter – January 2024
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How To Keep Your Brain Sharp As You Age
Maintaining mental sharpness as you age involves various factors: 1. **Exercise:** Regular physical activity, especially aerobic exercises, promotes blood flow to the brain, reducing cognitive decline. Engage in activities like […]
The 7 Keys to Longevity
According to aging experts, while extreme measures like transfusing young blood may not significantly extend human lifespan, adopting simple behaviors can help people live healthier for longer, potentially reaching ages […]
Nadal Prematch Ritual
This week’s question comes from a player at the Seaside Championships. “Isn’t it great to see Nadal is back. He’s such a fierce competitor. My question is, why does Nadal […]
Tennis Strategies
We’ve added a Tennis Strategies page. Competitive tennis revolves around offensive tactics, aiming to exploit your opponent’s weaknesses, mistakes and court positioning. Most tennis strategies rely on thinking about angles, […]
Tennis Glossary: Playing Styles
We’ve added a Tennis Glossary page which includes playing styles. Benefits of describing tennis playing styles when teaching include: 1. Personalized Coaching: Tailors instruction to match a player’s strengths and […]
The Mental Game: Nothing New!
This week’s question came from a Seaside competitor who had trouble coping with match pressure. I was a set up with a break in the second and I couldn’t close […]
What’s stopping us from exercising in older age?
Exercise in older age is high on the agenda, but the idea that with age comes bags of time and a desire to ‘get out there’ isn’t true for a […]
Player Profiles Available
The initial players profiles are hot linked at https://www.tenniswhisperer.com/profiles/players/ Profiles are password protected,
Angeball Tactics on the Tennis Court
If you’ve heard of Ange Postecoglou, you’ve almost certainly heard of Angeball. The football philosophy has come to occupy an almost sacred presence in the imaginations of the Australian’s supporters. […]
How Can I Improve My Doubles Play for Badge?
This week’s question comes from a mid level club member. “With 2024 Badge about to start, what are some simple strategies I can use to improve my doubles play?” Overall, […]
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