Doc's Tip of the Evening -- Modern Forehand

In general, if you want to get more power out of your forehand remember to reach back and away from your body with your racquet hand when turning in the preparation phase. More specifically, the distance from your back hip to your hand or racquet handle could be in excess of 24 - 30 inches*^. That is a great distance. Tip to remember, try not to reach straight back behind your hip/body, reach more away from your body and that distance may be over 14 - 18 inches*. So, just turning your body will not necessary guarantee you to be totally prepared, you must remember reach back and away with the racquet as well. *limb length will vary. ^excludes the full western donkey grip. afdd