Table Tennis is also a Recreational Sport

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Home to all groups, uniting differences of strata and castes both children, adults and old, table tennis is one of the friendliest and safest sports if done properly and adapted to our conditions, including safe for senior (aged) players. Apart from being an achievement sport, table tennis is also a recreational sport, especially for hobbyists and "aged" players.
Muscle strength will greatly affect agility and physicality when playing. And for "senior players", muscle strength will decrease with age.

Senior players (aged/elderly-ed) are also safe to play table tennis, as long as they don't force themselves. Play enough according to our stamina and physical abilities, don't get tired which can lead to things we don't want. Play fun to relieve stress.

We still have to eat and exercise (light exercise) as best we can, no matter how old we are.
Even though your teeth aren't as strong as they used to be, your appetite isn't much anymore, keep eating.
Try not only to eat vegetables, at least we have to eat eggs and meat regularly, because it builds muscle.
Sunbathe and consume vitamin D, because it is very necessary to prevent bone loss and muscle weakness.

As we age, don't be a reason not to exercise, keep exercising to maintain muscle elasticity and strength. If necessary consult a doctor.
Try to "senior players" have activities to meet with peers, playing table tennis can be used as a friendly solution on sunny days. Look for friends that you can talk to and confide in together, because it is important for the brain and health.

"Senior players" need a lot of recreation. Make table tennis a recreational sport, but if you can still excel, consider it a bonus.
The benefits that we can take if table tennis is used as a means of recreation, including:
-Improve mood, reduce stress and anxiety
-Improve sleep, digestion
-Improve cognition, focus, stamina
-Increase energy, self-confidence
-Increased social support and networking
-Increases strength, endurance
-Improve long-term health, prevent disease

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Don't forget to be happy, losing and winning is normal in table tennis, health is number one. Be happy physically and mentally, always remember God by worshiping.



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Sidespin In Table Tennis

 
By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Table tennis is a game that relies more on spin (spin of the ball) compared to other sports that use a racket as a bat. It can excite the viewer's eye as well as frustrate the opponent. Sidespin / side spin, if the spin is not resisted can cause the ball to come out and deviate from the opponent's bet at an extraordinary angle. So, how can we deal with side spins?

Side spin tends to cause the ball to curve in the air, so to deal with it, the first step is to observe the ball's speed and spin. The second step is to make sure we make good contact with the curve ball. For example, you can come back with brush strokes and control the ball's spin or tilt your bat to control the ball.

A side-spin shot is formed when the opponent's bat touches the ball in a sideways stroke, either from left to right or right to left. As a result, it is very important to understand how to interpret spins, especially side spins, in order to counter and handle shots successfully. With that in mind, let's take a closer look at reading side spins and returning side spins.

Sidespin serves are difficult to return because the spin of the ball pushes your shots wide to the right or left. Therefore, it is very important to read the sidespin direction carefully and accurately. It may seem a little complicated, but it must be learned. We often see when a player is about to receive a serve, he bends his body and looks seriously at his opponent. This is not a player's style, but it does require careful observation of the ball spin that we will receive.

The table tennis ball will bounce in the same direction as the opponent's bat. For example, the ball will bounce to the right if it moves from left to right. Vice versa, the ball will bounce to the left if it moves from right to left.

Just follow the direction of the bet, and the ball will be dragged in the same direction. So, for example, if we receive a side spin serve, we're going to be dealing with a short serve or a long serve, both of which can have side spins. So with that in mind, here's how to deal with it.

Returning Short Serves That Have Side Spin
In the short serve, also known as the low serve, we hit the short serve in front of the opponent's table, preventing them from taking an aggressive shot. When returning a short sidespin serve, you have many options.
We can return a short ball (touch), can launch the ball a considerable distance, can also use our wrist to attack the ball (flick).
To compensate for the altered spin on the ball, the angle of the bat and the motion of your shot must be somewhat different from a typical counter. You don't need to go too far under the ball if you use a pushback motion (long or short).

When approaching the ball with a flick, we may be more aggressive and move deeper into the ball. We don't need to lift or brush it too often. Remember to change your return location according to whether your opponent's serve has left or right sidespin.

For beginners this may seem like a lot of trouble at first, but with some practice and some skill in returning serves, you'll start to do it instinctively. Even experts claim that the automatic response to side-spin comes to us with time, practice and experience.

Returning Long Serves That Have Side Spin
The long serve bounces once off the side of the table, usually within six inches of the endline. The focus is on surprise and speed to push the opponent's ball into a weaker return, which the server may counter attack. When taking a long sidespin serve, you have two options. Topspin can be used to attack or backspin to direct the ball.
Reading and returning loops will take some time to perfect, but once we get the hang of it, we'll automatically make the appropriate changes. It all boils down to muscle memory.

In theory, receiving a topspin serve will go up from your bet, while a sidespin serve will drift to the side. Trying to return multiple methods of each type of spin to learn how to modify our betting angle to keep our ball returns low and on the table.

After that we will find the perfect angle and repeat it until it becomes second nature. Then, with practice we will improve our ability to recognize the power of sidespin shots and play more precise ball returns.

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Keep in mind that the type of rubber on your bat determines how much spin affects the direction of your shot, so practice returning a few rounds every time you get a new bat or replace your rubber.

For beginners like me who haven't mastered it, don't be discouraged. Even pro players make mistakes sometimes, especially when facing a new serve from a new opponent.

In the end, practice is the key to being able to read and identify the ball spin your opponent has applied.


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How to do a super heavy fill chop in table tennis

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

The backspin technique or what we usually call the chop in table tennis looks easy to do and indeed almost every player is capable of doing it. But to produce good quality backspin/chop shots, a player needs regular and continuous practice.

Chop is synonymous with stuffed balls, right?
Players who can chop techniques by producing full and heavy balls can be categorized as having good chop quality. However, if it is done monotonously, it will certainly make it easier for your opponent to return it.
Can the chop produce an empty ball? The answer is, of course you can.

Chop strokes to produce an empty or filled ball, the difference lies only in the point of imposition of the ball on the cross section of the bat and or the frictional force of the bat against the ball itself. If a player can combine empty chops and filled chops in a match, opposing players must be more careful in reading the ball's spin.

A spinner, of course, will be happy with the filled chop balls, they just have to hit them with strong friction.
However, in contrast to smash players/shooters, they have to outsmart a strategy to smash full and flat balls, including by opening the racket more when hitting. If the arrival of the ball is empty, this player can dominate the match rampant.

To make a heavy chop/backspin shot, we have to rub more against the bat at the bottom of the ball, and have a high bat speed when it comes into contact with the ball. The imposition of the ball is located at the point of the front section of the bet, so that the ball can roll across the surface of the cross section of the bet and produce good quality backspin.

If the ball's imposition point is on the back of the bat section, then it is certain that it will produce an empty ball, because there is no cross section for the ball to roll.
Players who are already able to chop by placing the ball at these points, means that they are already able to make empty or filled chops. To master it, a player must continue to practice and explore it.

In addition to these techniques, to produce quality filled chop balls is also greatly influenced by the type of rubber we use. Usually rubber with a tacky/sticky character will produce more rotation when chopping.
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All techniques in table tennis can be learned and mastered, as long as we have the intention and are serious about practicing.

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Table Tennis provocations and analogies

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Many powerful and transformational ideas appear in the table tennis world, become a trend and then disappear. This is sometimes because most coaches never fully understand it in the first place.

The most recent example of this is “provocation”.
Almost all coaches use the word and they believe they planned it for their students. Unfortunately, very often, these so-called provocations turn into missed opportunities, time-wasting activities that really don't change the next plan in the least. Of course, the provocation in this case is positive.

The motivational whiplash from the coach to the players is a form of provocation. It's just how the coach packs the provocation so that the player is affected and becomes motivated to follow all the coach's directions.

Using the Ping Pong analogy, when we provoke our opponent, we hit the ball at them, then they hit it back at us in all directions. Now it's up to us to figure out what to do with the ball and how to hit it back to the opponent, and so on…
If we can view such provocation as an ongoing exchange of stimulus and response, ideas and actions, thoughts and questions, we will begin to understand how to use these concepts in our play. We can also free ourselves from thinking that a provocation must be a grand extravaganza to be planned.



What we often see, provocations are often carried out by players in a way that lacks fair play. With the hope that opposing players are provoked by our provocation so that their concentration in playing is disturbed and makes them frustrated.

It is enough to bring out all the technical abilities we have, if done with just a few mistakes it will make the opponent's mental falter. Filled empty chops, geol balls or curved spins and so on can provoke opponents.

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In sports including table tennis, sportsmanship must be upheld, because the true victory is maintaining good friendships after the game ends.



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Table Tennis and the Dangers of Fashion

 By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Table tennis is no longer just a black and red affair. In an effort to inject more color and variety into the sport, the rubber used in official competitions no longer had to be black and red, or even round bat shapes.

Player costumes that are increasingly varied in color are more attractive and pleasing to the eye. In the past, the basic colors were red, yellow, green, blue, etc., now more colors and patterns are combined.

Other accessories also follow the existing trend. Player shoes and equipment are also increasingly varied in terms of color. Many bright colors are the choice of the players.
Other equipment such as headbands are no less enlivening the various colors.

Bernadette Szocs from Romania embodies her definition of “beautiful in pink” when she plays with the pink rubber on one side of her bat. With the appearance of a "sexy" costume and a pink rubber band on one side, it looks very attractive and charming for male audiences, especially.
Her favorite color is the reason why she wears pink rubber.

The world number 23 table tennis player was very happy and enjoyed playing with the pink rubber.
So what effect does this have on the game itself?
Of course this will increase self-confidence. With very good playing techniques and supported by high self-confidence, it will affect the game psychologically.
For others, of course this phenomenon will help foster interest in table tennis.

The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) approves the use of blue, green, pink and purple on one side of the bet/blade, while the other side remains black so that opposing players can still identify spots or anti-spin elements.

Players in Indonesia have also been infected with the fashion virus and have joined in with this trend. A good sign, because table tennis is not a monotonous game, but always up to date with the times and world fashion. Fashionable players can even attract the attention of sponsors to endorse their products.

Also read: https://kasmonomonex.blogspot.com/2022/12/tips-melect-sepatu.html?m=0

Don't be shy about looking unique when playing, balanced with mature techniques will make the game more beautiful. For some people, it may look very strange, but I think it looks very good and cool.



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The impact of thin sponge rubber (1.9 mm and below) on table tennis

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

After we discussed the character of rubber with a thick sponge in the previous article, in this article I will try to review the thin rubber in table tennis, because many players also use rubber with a thin sponge.

Thinner sponges provide more control and are generally much easier to use, especially for players who value control in play. This type of sponge (thin and/or soft) is usually the top choice for players who prefer a defensive play style or recreational players who need a little extra help from their rubber to control the ball.

The thinner sponge results in slower ball speed but more control. Great for defensive block and push play making it ideal for recreational players. In addition, thin sponge rubber also has an impact that can damage the rhythm and tempo of the game, so it will slightly distract the opponent's concentration.

Who should use the sponge/thin rubber?
If you're a player who prefers control and defensive play over flat attack, a thinner sponge (1.9mm or less) will likely suit your game. Also, if you are a recreational player who needs control, thin rubber is ideal for you.
But all this is not absolute. Defensive players may also use thick/maximum sponge rubber, the most important thing is how we can master the tools we use and get the feel.

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In the end I concluded that thick and thin sponges have their place and are suitable for different players both in terms of experience and playing style. While the thin rubber is perfect for the recreational or defensive player, looking for maximum control, the thick rubber will maximize speed and spin for offensive players looking to dominate their opponents. It should also be noted that the thickness of the sponge is not the only factor to consider when choosing rubber. The hardness of the sponge is another important factor that also plays a major role and must be considered in combination with thickness.
Keep up the enthusiasm and practice diligently to be able to master the tools to support playing maturity.



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Thick Sponge Table Tennis Rubber (maximum)

 By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

How do we know which rubber is suitable for use according to our playing style? As we all know, when buying table tennis rubber, we are usually faced with various thicknesses of sponge to choose from. The "thickness" of the sponge of the rubber sheet has a significant impact on how your bet will work and feel once the rubber is set.

Why is thickness important?

Before we get into the specifics of thick sponges, it's first important to understand why sponge thickness really has an impact on gameplay.

When it comes into contact with the ball, the sponge under the top sheet of rubber is compressed. The ball sinks into the rubber and is essentially knocked out as a result. Therefore, varying degrees of thickness affect how the ball is affected by the rubber and thus the three main factors of table tennis performance, namely speed, spin and control.

Other factors such as the hardness of the sponge also play an important role, but in this article, I will focus on thickness only.

Thick sponge impact (2.0 mm or more)

Thicker sponges are more suitable for aggressive players who want maximum speed when ball contact occurs. When making contact, the ball spends less time on the bat than if the bat had a thinner sponge. The result is faster ball speed but less control.

Not recommended for beginners, as it feels heavier overall and requires a difficult level of control from the player.

This type of rubber produces as much speed and spin as possible and does not require too much additional control assistance from our bat.

I myself am currently using this type of rubber. For ForHand I use Tenergy 05 Hard, while BackHand uses Tenergy 05.

The use of rubber is not absolute for me, because sometimes I rotate it. Sometimes on ForHand I install Tenergy 05, BackHand Donic S1. The point remains thick or maximum rubber.

Not because of experienced reasons or not, but rather because I like the character of the fast ball speed. Taking advantage of the opponent's reflexes that aren't good with fast balls, that's one of the reasons. Ha ha ha...

Basically the rubber/bet is only a supporting tool, the most important thing is to continue to improve the ability to play good technique.

Don't be tired of practicing, master the tools of our choice to support playing performance and don't be a confused player in deciding to choose the tools we use. Because using tools or thick, thin, anti-sponge or speckled rubber is just an option, it's up to each player.

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Rhythm and Tempo in Table Tennis

 By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Sounds like something out of a dancing or singing class, but in fact it's a highly underrated table tennis skill. The ball bouncing off the table and hitting the player's bat creates beats and patterns. If we can get our minds and bodies in sync with that beat, we'll start playing much better table tennis in no time.

Is rhythm innate for every player?

Do we have a good rhythm? It seems that some players just naturally have a better rhythm than others. If it's us, Great!

But what if we know that rhythm is not one of our strengths? Can we improve our sense of rhythm?

Usually when someone says they're rhythmically challenged, they really mean they're challenged by the beat, they can't keep up with the beat of the music. But because beat, rhythm, and tempo are related, problems with one can sometimes cause problems with the other.

So, from the sound of it, it's all about our ability to stay "adapted." There are many ways to improve our "sense of rhythm" in a musical sense. We could try clapping on a different song, I'm sure this might help in general but I think something more table tennis specific would be a better use of the time. That made me think that rhythm and tempo are very important in playing table tennis.

If we look at the way professional players move and follow the rhythm, it's almost like they are dancing. Actually, I was wondering if there was a correlation between how good someone is at dancing and how good they are at table tennis?

In any case, the point to take from that is that there is a clear rhythm or beat to table tennis and we have to be able to tune it.

I remember when I played in a training session with Bambang Blocker (one of Bekasi's senior players), I won the game at that time, and he said that the factor of his defeat was due to being unable to concentrate because there was loud music so he couldn't hear the "knock" of the ball on the ground. table. This shows that the beat in question really determines the rhythm of the game.

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Continue to hone our sense of rhythm so we can raise the level of the game for the better.

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Getting to Know Spin (Ball Spin) in Table Tennis

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Spin or ball rotation in table tennis is a very prominent feature in the game of table tennis. The balls used in table tennis are light in weight because they are made of celluloid which is very sensitive to the friction of the rubber on the bat.

What is meant by ball spin in a table tennis game is the speed at which the ball rotates or rotates. The ball spin in table tennis can be divided into three, namely forward, backward and sideways rotation.

The ball spins forward

The ball's forward spin usually occurs from the result of a topspin shot, which is swiping the ball on the bat that is swung upwards. This shot causes the ball to spin forward, the ball's speed is slower and it forms a parabolic trajectory (sharply curved). As soon as it hits the opponent's table, the ball will bounce quickly. If the opponent is less than perfect in returning it, then the direction of the ball will go up.

Roll the ball backwards

Rotating the ball backwards occurs from the results of backspin strokes, which is swiping the ball on the bat that is swung down. Backspin strokes make the ball go backwards and form a flat trajectory. After touching the opponent's table, the ball tends to bounce slowly. If the opponent is less than perfect in returning it, the ball will tend to dive and get caught in the net.

Roll the ball sideways

Sideways spin of the ball, either to the right or to the left, usually occurs as a result of sidespin hitting.

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The keys to table tennis to get points or numbers are speed, placement, and spin. Continue to practice getting to know the ball spins so you can anticipate the spins that occur and be more confident in playing.

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Adam Bobrow "Snakeman", World Table Tennis Celebrity

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

For pingponger's, who doesn't know Adam Bobrow?
Adam Bobrow's good table tennis video clips are widely circulated on the YouTube channel, where these videos have attracted worldwide attention, especially for table tennis lovers. He is very famous and a celebrity in world table tennis with his actions.

International Table Tennis Federation commentator Adam Bobrow is absolutely hilarious in some of his exhibition videos against the best players in the world. This was a supercut of him playing against everyone from club and local circuit players to top 10 players in the world. In his video, Adam doesn't hesitate to play with street players to world's top level players.

The punching trick he had was like a snake. He took the ball at a very low stake and did some crazy actions on the ball that made it look like a flying snake as soon as it was in the air. The end result was that the players were left stunned when they actually took this hit, and it was the top players in the world who were completely fooled.

In 2016 Adam Bobrow once explained how this step works. He described it as a good way to steal points from defensive positions and not just a cheap trick.

This move has also been used in professional competition. At the 2016 Qatar Open, #1 ranked Ma Long used this move against Dimitrij Ovtcharov in competition.

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Adam Bobrow was very inspiring and very helpful in propagating table tennis, that table tennis is a fun sport, full of tricks and intrigue and sometimes we are also tickled by the behavior of our friends while playing.

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