When you’re on the court, there’s one thing you have to keep in mind. It’s not your footwork; it’s not your racquet position; it’s not your grip- no, it’s your follow-through, and how it can make or break your game. But why is it so important, and how do you improve your follow-through?

What Is A Follow-Through?

If you’ve never heard about follow-throughs before- and it’s perfectly normal that you might not have- they’re a simple concept. Once the ball leaves your racquet, your follow-through begins. Even though your stroke seems like it’s already completed, it’s not done until you’ve finished your follow-through, and you can do that in a lot of different ways. A stronger follow-through directly translates to increased power behind your swing, increased agility, and even better shot accuracy.

How To Follow-Through

Simply put, you follow-through by exaggerating your movements. Let the racquet keep going as you swing, or bring it up to your shoulder when you’re done. Try holding your position once you’re done with the swing, to ensure your power and precision. There are dozens of different ways of following-through- and they’re just waiting for you to discover them. These are just a few tips; your instructor, fellow players, and others around the court will know a lot of different ways to follow-through.

Working On Your Follow-Through

To everyone that plays tennis, your follow-through is crucial. It changes the way to play. But it’s overlooked by a lot of beginners, and their game suffers for it. Don’t fall in a rut of failing to follow-through- take some time to practice. Find some new poses. Look at the way the ball moves, and how your body moves with it. It’s simple, once you find the right stance.