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The warm-up period before tennis practice or competition is very important for a number of reasons. For many people they think of this time period as a time to warm the muscles and prepare the mind for the tennis that is about to happen. However, this time-period can be utilized in a more opportune way if a structured dynamic warm-up is applied. A dynamic warm-up, if performed appropriately, will increase core body and muscle temperature, increase heart rate, improve functional/dynamic range of motion, improve balance, coordination, strength and stability. It is important to realize that for many tennis-players this may be a large part of the “physical” training that they perform. If the dynamic warm-up is structured appropriately it can certainly improve the athlete in multiple ways while also preparing the body for the upcoming tennis play. Research has consistently shown that a well-performed dynamic warm-up is more beneficial for the athlete than traditional static stretching before physical activity (i.e. tennis). Compared to static stretching, dynamic stretching movements improves strength, speed, power performance in subsequent physical activities.
A great resource that is available highlighting dozens of dynamic stretching exercises is available here (Dynamic Stretching: The Revolutionary New Warm Up Method).
Also, the iTPA CTPS educational program has an extensive section highlighting the science behind the dynamic warm-up period as well as dozens of exercises with coaching cues and descriptions.
Video on Dynamic Stretching:
A great resource that is available highlighting dozens of dynamic stretching exercises is available here (Dynamic Stretching: The Revolutionary New Warm Up Method).
Also, the iTPA CTPS educational program has an extensive section highlighting the science behind the dynamic warm-up period as well as dozens of exercises with coaching cues and descriptions.
Video on Dynamic Stretching:
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Todd Martin: Newest iTPA Advisory Board Member. Bio:
Todd retired from the Tour following his participation in the 2004 U.S. Open, his fifteenth consecutive U.S. Open. He was a two-time Grand Slam finalist (1999 US Open and 1994 Australian Open) as well as four-time Grand Slam semifinalist, in addition to holding eight career singles titles and five doubles titles. Career High ATP World #4 ranking and member of US Davis Cup Team (1994-2002), including Champion Team (1995).
Following his retirement, Todd coached ATP Tour professionals Novak Djokovic and Mardy Fish as well as continuing to assist in the development of several top Tour and junior players. He is Managing Partner of Todd Martin Tennis.
Visit http://toddmartintennis.com/ for more information. Welcome Todd!
Todd retired from the Tour following his participation in the 2004 U.S. Open, his fifteenth consecutive U.S. Open. He was a two-time Grand Slam finalist (1999 US Open and 1994 Australian Open) as well as four-time Grand Slam semifinalist, in addition to holding eight career singles titles and five doubles titles. Career High ATP World #4 ranking and member of US Davis Cup Team (1994-2002), including Champion Team (1995).
Following his retirement, Todd coached ATP Tour professionals Novak Djokovic and Mardy Fish as well as continuing to assist in the development of several top Tour and junior players. He is Managing Partner of Todd Martin Tennis.
Visit http://toddmartintennis.com/ for more information. Welcome Todd!
