Watching the pros in the Paris Olympics has been inspiring. And while most of us are not exactly following in their footsteps, there is always room to improve skills.
Most tennis players turn to drills and private sessions to beef up their technique. But hitting the ball over and over only gets you so far.
Research shows that the best athletes are the ones who cross-train, Which increases your strength, stamina, speed, and power on the court. It also can make you more resilient to injuries.
The Paseo Club is a social club in the Santa Clarita Valley with fitness, Pilates, swimming, pickleball, and tennis facilities. The club has served the community for over twenty years.
In this article, you will learn why tennis players need to participate in a fitness program, how cross-training directly affects their performance on the courts, and which fitness classes at the Paseo Club are best for tennis players.
Why do people who play tennis need to do a fitness program?
Tennis is a fantastic sport that can be played by people of all ages and fitness levels. But tennis players can benefit by balancing their play with cross-training and fitness, yielding better athletic performance on the courts.
Boost Agility
Tennis requires being fast on your feet and to move nimbly on the court. Fitness classes can help you train to move faster, more effectively, and with better coordination.
Reduce Injuries
Overuse injuries are rampant when people play tennis exclusively. Players face the possibility of many types of joint problems — ankle, wrist, shoulder, knee, and elbow. Working on your fitness can help your mobility and flexibility, making you less vulnerable to harm.
Increase Strength
Strength training builds power and increases endurance. These skills are essential for long games on the court and getting the power on your backhand and serve.
Strengthen the Mind
Cross-training isn’t just about making your body fitter, it is about refining your mental game. Challenging fitness classes can train you to stay focused, determined, and confident.
Improve Core Strength
We don’t think of tennis as a core workout, but every stroke you take generates from the center of your body. Developing your core strength can help you have more potent shots and better coordination.
Improve Cardio Fitness
Biking, running, swimming, and HIIT classes can significantly improve cardiovascular function, which is essential for prolonged rallies that require stamina.
What muscle groups tend to get neglected as a tennis player?
Tennis players generate power for their shots by using their lower body and core strength. However repetitive swinging at balls can cause overuse on the dominant side of the body, especially through the shoulder and forearm. This dynamic can cause imbalances in the core as well as through the arms.
Tennis players lean forward constantly to get to the ball, causing weak and underdeveloped hamstrings.
Tennis is a cardio sport. Do tennis players need to strength train too?
Tennis players should strength train only if they want to hit the ball hard!
In order to develop a powerful serve, tennis players require strong legs, core, and upper body strength. Tennis players' athleticism has grown significantly in the last 20 years, requiring the top players to balance flexibility with strength to be competitive.
What are the best 6 fitness classes at the Paseo Club for tennis players?
TRIBE
The TRIBE small group training program are a series of high-intensity interval training classes. HIIT is the most effective workout to build the endurance and strength required to play your best tennis. Learn to control your heart so you can easily sprint from side to side to end the point, rest for 30 seconds, and be ready to go again.
Greatest Results
The Greatest Results is a lifestyle program that guides participants in fitness, nutrition, and Pilates with certified instructors. Receive personalized attention in a small group setting. Learn about eating right for being active, including a guided field trip to the supermarket. Learn about Mike Zeltser’s experience with The Greatest Results.
HIIT in 30 Minutes
Do you want to get your weekend going? Start your Saturday morning with this 30-minute class to get your heart rate pumping. Ten stations are all it takes to burn calories and build strength for your court time ahead. Coach Jason Youmazzo teaches HIIT in 30.
Pilates All-Level Class
You didn’t add Pilates to your to-do list? You’re missing out! Pilates Reformers target the small muscle groups beneficial to overall health, strength, and posture. Pilates can help you battle weak legs and overuse of the arms that can lead to injuries like tennis elbow.
Pilates Mat
Pilates Mat has all of the same benefits without the reformer. Strengthen your core and lower back while lengthening your muscles for flexibility and mobility on the court.
Yoga
Watch Djokovich or Swiatec move on the court to see the benefits of a consistent yoga practice. The flexibility needed to produce shots from everywhere on the court while in motion comes from extensive attention to stretching.
As science evolves, we’ve learned that static stretch holds to warm up are ineffective and can actually cause injury. Warm up your body with a vinyasa or sun salutation to allow your body to move in all planes of motion. Make extreme tennis shots a weapon, not a liability.
Get fit to play your best tennis game
Tennis is a game of speed, agility, and power. Conditioning and strengthening your body helps you to be more formidable on the court. It also optimizes your time playing, minimizing the time you are sidelined due to injury.
The Paseo Club has a comprehensive tennis department with drop-in and reserved games, drills, personal training, leagues, and tournaments.
Cross-training is easy at the Paseo Club. There are over 60 fitness classes taught each week. Small group training and personal trainers are great options for when you need some one-on-one guidance.
If you are not yet a member, then join the club today. The process takes just a few minutes, and as soon as you are signed up, you can jump into any fitness or social activity you want! There is something for everyone at the Paseo Club.
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