Tennis Beginner Tips

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Tennis Beginner Tips
By Marina L Jacobs 

It Starts With Passion

Avid tennis players know that "forty all" in a game is really called "deuce." For me, this is the best part of a game as it means that at that moment, I am on an even level with my opponent, well at least for that game. There is no "love" so to speak as we both fight for those next two points. What a challenge! What you need for tennis to be as exciting as a deuce game is to know what practice tools and accessories are best for you.

Basic Knowledge

To enjoy the fun and success of tennis you need the knowledge of what goes into it. What you learn about tennis can come from resources like magazines and books about tennis available for you to gain expert advice. For instance racket head size or string gauge may be discussed by a pro in a tennis magazine. Learn about tennis ball pressure and which balls to use when just starting out or playing a tournament. You can learn about tennis racket grips and what size to use to prevent tennis elbow. Find out what apparel is most comfortable or which shoes are better for clay or grass courts. Search online to learn about tennis coaching resorts where professionals guide you through basic tennis skills and where you'll also enjoy time to relax.

Where to Learn About Tennis 

It takes time to become a proficient player. Some may believe they can learn about tennis techniques by observing professional players and may think it doesn't seem too hard. Not so. The techniques required, along with an acquired automated judgment of the best way to hit a ball flying in your direction can take many months or more of practice to grasp. If your desire is to become a professional, you need more than magazines or books to learn about tennis and appreciate the required discipline and skills. Starting out in High School on the tennis team is ideal. If you are an adult, finding a good coach that will direct you on a calm repetitive pace will allow you to begin to master the basics. It will become like second nature to you. The best coaches will have certifications and may be found on USPTA, (United States Professional Tennis Association) or ITF, (International Tennis Federation) for international searches. It can be complex, but time in practice makes a difference.

If you can't use a coach, the next best thing is a tennis video lesson. It may take many of these resources to learn about tennis enough to master the game. Importantly, if you want to be a serious player, be patient with yourself, educate yourself and practice as much as possible. If you just want to have fun, do just that while you learn the game.

Marina Jacobs is a 49 year Old Desert Storm Veteran, Homemaker who has played tennis since she was 15. Still loves the game and hopes to help anyone new to tennis. Find what you need for tennis basics, accessories, travel, health, tennis history and some tennis commentaries on the Opens and Wimbledon. Visit her Tennis Blog at http://www.fortyalltennis.com

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