Tennis Training

The essential book from online tennis coaching sensation Ian Westermann, founder of EssentialTennis.com What’s the number one thing stopping you from playing your best tennis? Ian Westermann, founder of the world’s #1 online tennis instruction portal, Essentialtennis.com, will confidently...

From the author of Infinite Jest and Consider the Lobster: a collection of five brilliant essays on tennis, from the author's own experience as a junior player to his celebrated profile of Roger Federer at the peak of his powers. A "long-time rabid fan of tennis," and a regionally ranked tennis...

Tennis star Rafael Nadal reveals the secrets of the sport and the inspiring stories behind his success in this riveting memoir, written with award-winning journalist John Carlin. What makes a champion? What does it take to be the best in the world at your sport? Rafael Nadal has the answers. It...

Are you a player who has been playing competitive matches for less than a few years? Are you in the NTRP range of 2.5-3.5 or UTR 1.0 - 4.0? Do you lose matches you felt you should win? Are you the better player with technical skills and/or athleticism, but are not coming out on top against seemingly lesser players? The bad news is that the scoreboard doesn't lie. The good news is that this book is designed to put you on a firm foundation, to help you win the close matches.You can have fewer bad days, and also gain more satisfaction with less frustration. It's not Winning Ugly, The Inner ...

It's easy to get caught up in the belief that your tennis play will improve if you just spend more time on court or more money on lessons or equipment. And while those things might help, you can get better without doing any of them. The truth is that the best tennis player is not necessarily the one with the best strokes, or the most powerful serve, or the smartest on-court strategies. Rather, tennis is a game that often rewards the player who does just a few things, sometimes only one thing, better than his or her opponent. If you're an average, everyday player, a "real" tennis player, you...

He is one of the most beloved athletes in history and one of the most gifted men ever to step onto a tennis court – but from early childhood Andre Agassi hated the game. ‘engaging, thrilling…a superbly written book’ Michael Atherton, The Times ‘Honest in a way that such books seldom...

What makes Spanish tennis so unique and successful? What exactly are those Spanish coaches doing so differently to develop superstars like Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz— and many other champions— that other systems are not doing? These and other questions are answered in The Secrets of Spanish Tennis, the culmination of 20 years of study on the Spanish way of training by best-selling author, educator, and top junior development coach Chris Lewit. Over the course of many years and dozens of study trips, Lewit visited the leading Spanish academies and studied and interviewed some of the...

If you’re new to the game of tennis and want to go from neophyte to know-it-all, then this audiobook is for you! Tennis is a challenging and fun game, both mentally and physically. It is popular with women and men, and can be played by small children and retirees alike at varying levels of competitiveness. If you’ve just recently begun playing, you may find the sport a bit disorienting, especially when it comes to serving accurately and controlling your shots.

You’re a disappointment to everyone. You’re a far cry from beautiful - and your thoughts are ugly too. You seem bound to fail, bound to break. But you know what it is to laugh with your best friend, to feel the first tentative tingles of attraction, to take exquisite pleasure in the affront of your unruly body. You just need to find your place. From dead pets and crashed cars to family traumas and misguided love affairs, Susannah Dickey's revitalising debut novel plunges us into the private world of one young woman as she navigates her rocky way to adulthood.

The 2nd Edition of The Tennis Parent’s Bible delves even deeper than the original bestselling Tennis Parent's Bible- an essential guide for the competitive junior tennis player, parent and coach. The second edition opens the door to thousands of hours of athlete-coach specific instruction and parental job descriptions that will save thousands of dollars and hours of wasted time, tears and anguish. Frank clearly spells out what tennis parents need to know and understand about how to navigate their young tennis athletes through this maze of the highly competitive and performance driven ...

What if tennis could be more than just a game? What if it could be a path to self-discovery, personal transformation, and inner peace? The Path of Tennis Mastery invites you to explore tennis not just as a sport, but as a journey toward mastery of both the game and yourself. Blending Zen philosophy, practical techniques, and the joy of play, this book offers a fresh perspective on how tennis can shape your mind, body, and spirit. Whether you’re chasing the perfect serve, seeking flow on the court, or simply looking for deeper meaning in your game, this book will guide you every step of ...

On-Court Tennis Quick-Fix Instant Corrections for Timing, Footwork, and Match Performance Why do good players suddenly lose control of their game? One moment your strokes feel natural. The next moment balls fly long, fall into the net, or miss the court completely. Most players respond the same way: they try to change their swing. But the stroke is rarely the real problem. In tennis, small breakdowns in timing, spacing, movement, or balance can instantly disrupt even the best technique. When this happens, players often try complicated technical fixes that only make the problem worse. On-...

Preparing for Pressure was written to provide solutions for the vast majority of tennis athletes that are able to thrive on the practice court only to wilt under game-day pressure. Navy Seals say “We don’t rise to the occasion...we fall to the level of our training.” In tournament pressure the same holds true. Competitive tennis is a game of “keep away” not a game of “catch.” Players would be wise to practice in the manner they’re expected to perform versus simply hitting. This book assists athletes, coaches, and parents in assembling the software tools and the customized ...

Alpha Tennis Blueprint Neuroscience, Strategy & Mindset for Total Court Dominance by Kevin L. Michel Command the Court Before the First Ball Is Struck Every match is two battles in one: the rally you see on the scoreboard and the primal status duel that unfolds in posture, gaze, and brain chemistry. Alpha Tennis Blueprint shows you how to win both. Drawing on breakthrough neuroscience, cutting-edge performance psychology, and the hard lessons of modern legends, Kevin L. Michel delivers a step-by-step manual for imposing your will—from the opening handshake to the final handshake. Inside ...

Grant Grinnell's "Tennis Strategy for Junior Tournament Players" is a comprehensive guide to help all levels of junior players develop their skills and improve their game. The book covers all aspects of tennis strategy, including basic analytics, in depth tactics, court positioning, and mental toughness. Grinnell is a #1 selling author who draws on his years 45 years coaching experience to provide practical advice and tips for aspiring players. He emphasizes the importance of understanding your opponent's strengths and weaknesses, and how to adapt your game accordingly. The book also ...

The highly acclaimed SportExcel System is a revolutionary way to achieve the Zone in your sport. In an easy-to-read and easy-to-understand conversational style, you learn a step-by-step system for winning, leadership and fun. Whether you are a world-class athlete, weekend enthusiast, beginner, coach, parent or CEO, this book is your sport handbook for getting into the Zone and staying there.

Bloomsbury presents Champion Thinking written and read by Simon Mundie. 'This book captures the magic of being in flow . . . Highly recommend' RONNIE O'SULLIVAN 'The perfect motivational read at the dawn of a new year' DAILY EXPRESS 'Entertaining and enlightening' MATTHEW SYED 'Simon has looked...

Ace Your Game: The Complete Player’s Guide to Mastering Tennis by CIN Entertainment is the ultimate tennis training handbook for players of all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an advanced competitor refining your strategy, this all-in-one tennis guide covers everything you need to elevate your game.

The Rhythmic Advantage: The Hidden Order of Reliable Performance The Tennis Rhythmic Advantage Junior Tournament/Competitive Player edition represents the modern evolution of performance thinking, refined with today’s cutting edge science. It goes beyond mindset alone to deliver the first complete, evidence-based model of how performance works in real time. For junior tournament players, coaches, and parents alike, this may be the most important tennis book you will ever read. Grounded in cutting edge performance science, it equips junior players with a decisive competitive edge It gives ...

We all know that mental toughness and emotional resolve are critical skill sets in competition. The Soft Science of Tennis is specially designed to improve the seemingly mysterious software skills. With this groundbreaking book, the athlete will realize an exceptional culture, stronger communication techniques, and a deeper connection. The Soft Science of Tennis helps players, parents, and coaches to identify individual personality profiles and unique cerebral designs to assist them in understanding how the athlete’s inborn genetic predispositions affect their behavior on and off the ...