Hitting a forehand with power and accuracy is one of the primary tennis goals of any player who is learning the game. The shot requires strength, hand-eye coordination, timing and quickness if you are going to execute it well. Conditioning is a big factor in hitting the forehand because many players find if they can get to the proper position to hit the forehand, they can deliver the shot they want to hit. However, if a player goes all out and then barely gets his racket on the ball, the result will be a poor shot with little control.
Step 1
Move your feet and get to the position the ball will be when you swing your racket. It doesn't matter how good your swing is if you are not in the proper position or you are slow to move. Anticipate where the ball will be and get to the position.
Step 2
Square your left shoulder to the net. If you are a right-handed player, you want your left shoulder facing the opposite side of the court. This will enable you to use all your strength, power and momentum when swinging the racket and just your arm strength.
Step 3
Bring your racket back with a straight and quick backswing. The harder the ball is coming in, the faster your backswing must be. Bringing your racket back will prepare you for your swing through the ball.
Step 4
Focus your eyes on the ball as you prepare to hit it. You may come over the ball to hit it with top spin or you may come under the ball to hit it with a slice. However you decide to hit it, you must focus your eyes on the back of the ball and keep them there throughout your stroke. Picking your head up to watch the result of your swing will result in a mishit that will either send the ball out of play or give your opponent an easy return.
Step 5
Make sure you make contact with the ball when it is 3 to 8 inches in front of your body. If you can extend your arm when you make contact with the ball, you will hit it with more force and accuracy than if your elbow is bent. In order to get your arm to that straight position, you must have quick racket preparation and a quick arm swing.
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