Scott Murphy - thanks, your article helped fix a huge problem

[spacediver]

I've recently noticed that I've been struggling to get power out of my unit turn for my forehand. I have no problems setting up by turning my shoulders, but I'd often feel as if it was not accomplishing much.

I recently recorded myself and noticed that my left arm (non dominant) was often completely getting in the way. I'd have it out like a guide, but I'd often end up "hugging" myself.

I quickly looked through some of the articles, and read your article "The Opposite Arm: groundstrokes", and I immediately knew what my problem was.

The next time I went out to play (a few hours ago), I applied your advice

The pace car clears the path and the race car follows.

and BOY did it make a difference!

Also, the advice on setting up the footwork so that your guide hand would be able to catch the ball was excellent, and may end up helping my chronic problem with cramping myself too close to the ball.

Forehands are so much funner now.

Thanks

[scottmurphy]

Dear Spacediver,

Thanks very much for taking the time to comment on how the article helped make your forehand a more efficient stroke...always music to my ears.

Take care and continued success.

Scott