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Should a player consciously try to achieve the laid off position at impact on the forehand ? Or is this something that should just be part of a natural release of the racquet head into the ball ?
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Check out the article, "The Myth of the Wrist: The Modern Pro Forehand" in the "Advanced Tennis" section for an answer to your question and some further explanation.
"Again, t he wrist joint itself plays no role in this forward motion to the ball. There is no wrist "snap," "flick," or "release" at the contact. For the double rotation to be effective, the wrist must remain in the power palm or laid back position.
Only as the player moves well out into the followthrough and the hitting arm starts to relax, does the wrist begin to release-light years after the hit in the high speed time frame of professional tennis." -
Thanks, that article does help clear things up for me. I wonder if that wrist assist device peddled by Brad Gilbert would help a player acheive the power palm position. Have you heard anything about that ?Comment
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The Wrist Assist
Chuck62,
IMO, the wrist assist is very beneficial. It allows players to feel this laid back position and receive immediate feedback at contact. Many players have commented on the amazing difference they feel and while using a much simpler motion, getting better results. Plus, I've also found that the players that have used this will also improve their contact point and hitting arm position. The wrist assist device that you mention has benefited several players at my club. Depending on the severity of the player's wrist snap or flick, the time to master this without the device will obviously vary. Hope that helps.Comment
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