These enable the player to reach more shots while diminishing the probability of arm injuries that occur from missing the sweetspot of the racket. However, for the experienced tennis player, these rackets have a different feel than more conventional rackets, and take several weeks to get accustomed to. Wear proper fitting shoes specifically designed for tennis. Out door courts have a variety of playing surfaces ranging from slick and fast, to slow and tacky. Therefore, tennis shoe treads should be adjusted accordingly to avoid ankle, lower leg, and potential knee injuries that may occur from the sudden starts and stops required.
Nothing can put the damper on a tennis season faster than an injury.
If tennis level play is affected by an extremity injury that doesn t significantly improve in a matter of several weeks, a physician should be contacted. Following these simple guidelines should help insure injury free, more enjoyable tennis play, and enable you to improve your game and ace the compeition.