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Serious Tennis by Williams, Scott; Petersen, Randy

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Condition
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A book that does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. No obvious damage to the cover, with the dust jacket (if applicable) included for hard covers. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. May be very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover. Very minimal wear and tear. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Binding
Paperback
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
9780880119139

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Human Kinetics
ISBN-10
0880119136
ISBN-13
9780880119139
eBay Product ID (ePID)
569213

Product Key Features

Book Title
Serious Tennis
Number of Pages
272 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1999
Topic
Tennis
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Author
Randy Petersen, Scott P. Williams
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
27.3 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
99-049310
Dewey Edition
21
Dewey Decimal
796.342
Table Of Content
Chapter 1. Playing With Tennis SMARTS Chapter 2. Dominating Serves and Returns Chapter 3. Developing Consistent Swinging Shots Chapter 4. Adding Accuracy to Punching and Transition Shots Chapter 5. Improving Shot Selection Chapter 6. Upgrading Your Equipment Chapter 7. Maximizing Your Fitness Level Chapter 8. Using Stress to Your Advantage Chapter 9. Performing Under Pressure Chapter 10. Analyzing the Opposition Chapter 11. Limiting Unforced Errors Chapter 12. Adjusting to Tough Conditions Chapter 13. Winning Match Strategies Chapter 14. Becoming a Complete Player
Synopsis
Serious Tennis is the most comprehensive tennis resource, containing expert instruction on each facet of the game. Learn with the world's top instructors as they provide insights into modern tennis technique, training methods, and match strategy. Combining the sport's latest physical conditioning methods with its most advanced mental training techniques, this book enables you to reach your full potential, regardless of skill level. Top international tennis instructor Scott Williams presents his SMARTS system for perfecting stroke technique. The system includes the following: - Seeing - Movement - Adjusting - Rotation - Transfer - Swing In Serious Tennis , Williams breaks down the four main skill groups in the SMARTS system: stroking skills, playing skills, mental skills, and preparatory skills. He then identifies three phases of development-the core phase, the mileage phase, and the fine-tuning phase-that all players should follow to improve their game. During the first phase, stroking and playing skills are sharpened on the practice court. Once in the mileage phase, techniques such as consistency, placement, and court positioning are tested during game situations. The fine-tuning phase focuses on preparatory skills such as conditioning, nutrition, sleep, and the mental skills you need to consistently win. This approach allows intermediate and advanced players to be in a continual mode of physical and mental progression to truly enhance their skills and tactical understanding of the game. From improving shot selections to performing under pressure, this book covers every aspect of the game. Become the player you've always wanted to be with Serious Tennis .
LC Classification Number
GV995.W68 2000

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