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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Are we going to take our game to the next level?

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

In every exercise, a player must pay attention to the indications of the movement of our game graph as a barometer. No exception in the sport of table tennis. With a small ball, this sport requires foresight, ingenuity, intelligence and expertise of the players. As a professional player, the task of unifying the graph is in the realm of the Manager or Coach. For amateur players / just a hobby, it's enough for us to be able to measure.

If we want the graphics of our game to appear to be improving, of course concrete efforts must be made to achieve this. Another case if we are just a hobby for healthy sports. Can sweat out, hahahahaha with friends playing already feels happy.

If we have a desire to improve the game, of course we have to do a number of things. Practice routines, listen to feedback, correct mistakes and implement. At least that's a simple picture to increase the level of our game.

Agree or disagree with this opinion, it's all up to us who best understand where our game will take us.

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Excessive Fatigue

  

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

 

Table tennis is a type of sport that requires excellent physical, mental and stamina. With the support of prime stamina, we can move freely without feeling tired.

Table tennis balls and courts are relatively small in size compared to other sports, but require great concentration and energy to be able to conquer the ball and the court.

We can enjoy playing for hours and changing opponents. But it must be remembered, we must not ignore our physical condition, especially if we are participating in a tournament. If you feel tired, stop and rest. This is important to avoid overexertion. And the most important thing is to drink water as a substitute for sweat that has been wasted from our bodies so that dehydration does not occur. The kidneys will work normally if the need for water is fulfilled.

Kidneys have a function to produce hormones that form red blood cells. And new red blood cells, rich in oxygen that is needed by the body.

Meanwhile, the body and organs need a lot of oxygen to work.

Damaged kidneys cannot produce enough oxygen-producing red blood cells, so the body and organs that are deprived of oxygen will work slower and harder.

Do you know the price for kidney washing? Very expensive, you know.

But this terrible thing can be prevented ONLY by consuming enough water. Cheap right?

With sufficient water intake, the blood will be diluted, so that the kidneys will not be damaged due to blood viscosity. The filtered blood is also dilute enough to maintain the delicate filtering tissues of the kidneys.

Apart from consuming water (not cold) during exercise, it is also mandatory to maintain the body's metabolism and also consume healthy food.

In addition to excessive fatigue, players with a history of heart disease must also take good care of their condition. If you already feel like your heart rate is increasing, you feel short of breath, your chest feels hot and or it reaches your back, take a break immediately, don't force yourself to play. Dizzy eyes and dizziness or cold sweat are also signs that our bodies need to rest immediately. In many cases, due to not heeding body signals, players eventually fall unconscious and are even helpless.

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Hopefully we avoid excessive fatigue during practice. Our body barometer is in each of us. Don't just because you want to be said to be strong, then ignore our tired signals.

Stop when you're tired, don't have to stop because you're tired.

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Tips on How to Return Table Tennis Service

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Table tennis is a sport that requires its players to master various techniques, considering that this sport is full of tricks and intrigues to be able to master and even win matches.

Of the various techniques for playing table tennis, there is one technique that is very important for a player

To start the game, a player must serve which must then be returned by the opponent. Serving and returning serve is one of the most important parts of table tennis, and must be practiced.

If we play in a match, being able to return the serve from the opponent is a good capital to continue to the next stage of the game. How could I not, if we can't return the service, it means we lose points and will affect the mentality of the match.

So how do we get the opponent's service back? Concentration is the main thing before we receive a serve, then pay attention to what kind of opponent's serve so we can anticipate it. Filled or empty ball service can be seen in the imposition of the ball on the bet. Then the last thing we have to pay attention to is the direction of the ball, to the right or left of the table and long or short serves.

After the serve is released by the opponent, we are required to read, think and make decisions in a fraction of a second to be able to return the serve, we want to accept it in a way of flip, spin, push, loop or chop depending on the direction of the ball and the type of service that is coming. Try to return to a direction that is difficult for your opponent to attack. If forced to attack the opponent, then we must prepare the best block so as not to benefit the opponent.

To learn how to return serve, try it often during practice and if necessary ask for the assistance of a playmate or coach. Practice is a good time to try to apply new techniques or those we haven't mastered.

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Table Tennis Punch Explosiveness

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

How big is the explosion of our moves and punches?

The world of table tennis is a sport that requires stamina, technique, strategy, agility, precision and intelligence to support every game. But all of that must be trained intensely.

To improve punches that can kill opponents, for example, we must practice regularly and repeatedly. Hits that are accompanied by explosions when applying the ball require power in certain parts of the body, namely the wrists which are supported by the strength of the arm muscles.

To train power in certain body muscles in order to produce explosive punch, you can lift weights (dumble). Shadow exercises with iron bats can also be tried to increase our hand power. Try to focus on building muscle strength in the arms to the wrists and fingers. Take advantage of the power that we can when hitting the ball. Relax your hands at the start of the stroke, but play with your wrists when you apply the ball.

There is a significant contribution of arm and wrist muscle strength to the punch power ability in table tennis.

The power of the punch affects the speed and acceleration of the ball. It will cloud the opponent's prediction, because the explosive power of the punch starts from an ordinary start, but ends with strong power in the finish. This technique can be applied to both backhand and forhand attacks.

Consult with the coach to maximize the results of this exercise.

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Relax in Playing Table Tennis

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Table tennis is a sport that requires relaxation of both the muscles and the mind. Tension will only adversely affect the game.

Remember, the ping pong ball is very light and the ball always spins at its speed. If we tense up with a tight grip and a hard, stiff hit, we will stop the ball from moving through the air. Before playing, relax your body muscles and grip your hands with sufficient stretching. The ping pong ball only needs to be hit with a light touch, whether the ball is moving directly towards us or we have to chase it first.

Besides requiring relaxed body muscles, we also have to keep the mind from getting tense.

If we lose control of our emotions, we will easily hand over the victory of the game to our opponent.

If we don't manage to return several punches in a row, don't get angry/emotional, keep your emotions under control and respond with counterattacks. Don't give up until the game is over.

In table tennis, the direction of play can be reversed very suddenly. Keep playing concentrated, aggressive and persistent.

Towards the end of the game, let's not be passive and expect the opponent to make a mistake, this is the time to take the initiative and earn it!

If we are forced to rush by our opponent, don't let the ball hit the floor without trying to swing our bet. Try to reach every ball that comes no matter how difficult our position is, because every point is very valuable. A chop or lob is not a bad choice if that's the only option. Constantly trying to return the ball out of our reach, which will help us make quick steps or good reflexes. Our opponents will get discouraged and think that their best shot can be returned, and they will believe that no point is free.

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How to train hand speed in table tennis

 

By Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Table tennis is a sport that prioritizes agility and speed in moving. Hands and feet are the most fundamental parts of the body that support the game to be more lively and varied.

The ping pong ball's small size and fast speed requires players to move faster than the ball's speed. Late a fraction of a second the ball will not be reached by our hands. So what are the tips for increasing the reflexes/speed of movement of our hands?

The speed with which our hands move towards the ball target requires a process that is not instantaneous. Hand movement speed can be increased with a variety of routine exercises. Honing reflexes with a multiball or stroke program with a practicing partner is the best thing to do. You can also practice shadows using weights/ iron bats so that later the hands feel lighter when actually playing, thus the hands become more agile in movement.

The strength and agility of the feet and hands are very dominant in supporting the game, because it will greatly affect the fast movement to support the accuracy of the shot. A good stance will affect field control, while the speed of hand movement will make it easier to anticipate the arrival of the ball, so we can hit the ball quickly and with good accuracy. There are many other factors that must be trained besides the game itself so that performance in playing is getting better.

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Secrets of How to Fight Long Spots Rubber in Table Tennis for Beginners

 

By: Kasmono Monex, a fan of healthy living

Not all players understand how to beat opponents with long pimples. There are even players who are so reliable against players with smooth/inverted rubber bands (inverted), but look helpless against players who use long pimples.

The problem is that long pimple rubber produces a different effect than plain/slick/ordinary (inverted) rubber.

To be able to play well and be able to win matches against players who use long pips, we must know the characteristics of this type of rubber and apply the right game tactics.

Character
Basically this type of long dotted rubber has a slower character, namely the ball that comes in contact with the rubber becomes slower.

The Long Spot has the property of "continuing the ball", so the effects that arise include changing the type of incoming ball (for example a topspin ball will change to backspin), increasing the strength of the incoming spin, by `pushing` a ball loaded with backspin will produce light top spin, by chopping downwards on the back spin ball it will produce maximum back spin returns.

Thus a simple formula will occur: empty is filled, filled is empty, meaning that if our ball is empty it will return to being a filled ball, and if our ball is filled it will return to being an empty ball.

How to play
After knowing and understanding the effects of the ball produced by long pimples, then to be able to win the game you have to apply the right tactics.

Our position must always be close to the table, do long serves, don't do loops/spin shots over and over again with the same rhythm, use fast and long pushes then do attacks, often use long balls without spin to press.

Sparring Partners
After we know and understand the effects produced by long pimples and the right tactics to deal with them, then one thing that is important to do is often do partner sparring with players who use long pimples to get used to the effects.

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