I got a lot of positive feedback from last week’s post on knee exercises. So let me show you some more knee exercises that I am doing each day.
As I continue to rehab my knee, I add a few exercises each day. Here are three I added this week.
Today, I want to talk about something I see all the time—players flipping their paddle to roll the ball, especially when it’s dropping below net height. I get it. I want to do it too. But here’s the deal: most of the time, that move gets you in trouble. What’s
Let’s bust a myth that drives me a little bit crazy—this idea that you have to stop moving to hit the ball. It’s simply not true. What you really need is stability, not stillness. Stop Stopping—Start Stabilizing A lot of the time, players feel like they have to stop because
Let’s talk about one of the toughest moments in a game: someone drives a ball right at your body. I hear this question all the time—“How do I manage this shot?” Today, I’m going to walk you through how to reset or block effectively, especially when you’re getting targeted with
Today I want to break down a concept that’s super helpful no matter your skill level: how to turn a defensive shot into an offensive opportunity—just by using your legs, footwork, and paddle follow-through. Most players miss out on easy chances to attack because they treat mid-court or off-the-bounce shots
More Spin, Less Work In today’s lesson, I want to talk about something that often gets overlooked: keeping things simple. Pickleball players tend to overcomplicate their mechanics, especially when trying to generate spin or power. The truth is, with just a few small tweaks, you can create better consistency, more
If you find yourself hitting into the net a lot—whether it’s on your volleys or during dink exchanges—this one simple tip can make a big difference across your entire game. Think about where your paddle finishes after you hit the ball. I want my paddle to finish above the net.
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