Sequence of Body Movements When You Want to Hit the Ball in Table Tennis

  

By: Kasmono Monex, healthy living fan

 

 

Table tennis is a sport that requires a high level of accuracy for its players. Once we are not careful in executing the ball, the opportunity to get points will just disappear.

In order for the player to complete the desired movement in hitting the ball correctly, we need to utilize all parts of the body and use them in the correct order.

1. Eyes

The eye is the most important part for observing the direction and rotation of the ball. We have to maintain concentration in seeing the ball that comes to us.

2. Legs

After we see and observe the ball coming at us, we must move with our feet to be in the best shape and position to take the action we need.

3. Head (intelligent thinking-red)

After we land our feet correctly, we think about what action we will do (Spin, Chop etc). Then we think about where we will direct the ball and with what blow.

4. Hands and Waist

The last movement in the action of hitting the ball is the hands and waist. The hands carry out the execution of the punches and are supported by the power of the waist rotation.

 

If we see the direction the ball is coming from, then we will move our feet, then think about what action we will take. Then the hands and waist complete with the execution of the blow that we thought about earlier.

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 That's why it's so important to teach and make sure to learn the correct sequence of body movement actions, so that the body's systems (muscle memory and thinking) will teach us and allow us to reach a higher level of play.

Getting used to the right movement is building good reflexes. Practice!!

 

  

Healthy spirit and greetings 🏓