Learn Table Tennis Blocks

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Table tennis is a sport that besides cultivating body/physically, it also cultivates feelings and thoughts. The difficulty of translating the ball's spin in the game forces us to be smart in reading and understanding the character of the opponent's ball.

Besides being required to be able to perform attacking techniques, players are also required to master the block technique as a defense or counterattack.
In modern table tennis, passive blocks are no longer relevant, especially for young players who are synonymous with agility and speed. It's a good idea to add a bit of force when doing the block, so that it becomes an active block.

Many players underestimate the blocking technique. This is a big mistake, because with neat and consistent blocks you will be able to control the game more. We will easily direct the ball to whichever side, and get ready to make the next attack.
To block we must absorb the force of the incoming ball, use the stomach to absorb it. During the blocking movement, bend your stomach and bend your body forward and stay close to the table. Sometimes we do it with tension, so that the mental ball goes too far.
In order for our block to be consistent, do it in a relaxed manner, that way it will be easier to control it.
Backhand blocks in front of the body will make it easier for us to control the ball.

Do strokes to practice our blocks consistently, and aim the ball in several different directions. On the other hand, your training partner will hone your attacks with his topspin and agility of his feet.

Then why the backhand block?
The most ideal position to absorb energy is in the backhand position with the bet position in front of the body. This is to anticipate if our backhand spin power is not ready, then just block.
So if the opponent's attack is towards our forhand? Yes, just counter immediately with a strong topspin shot, don't just block on the forhand side.

Also read: https://kasmonomonex.blogspot.com/2021/07/syncronization-feeling-dan-tangan-pada.html?m=1

Position tips for simulating a backhand block are standing close to the table, bat facing the opponent, the bet position is higher than the elbow and body bend and body weight leaning forward. Simulate when we practice, and don't get bored!!



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