Wednesday, January 21, 2009

January Tip of the Month

Mindee Epstein
Herrmann Tennis Academy
Fitness Tips

Exercise: One leg Squat
1. Balance on one leg
2. Squat until you feel a burn in the quadricep
3. Hold the squat for three counts
4. Complete 20 reps on each leg

This exercise is great for developing strength in the ankle, knee, and hip. It creates superior posture alignment and balance. In tennis our weight is often supported on one leg, therefor it becomes essential to train on one leg.
(Andrew Finke)



Stretch: Hamstrings
1. Lay on your back with your knees bent and feet touching the ground
2. Lift one leg straight into the air and one leg towards your body
3. Hold for three counts
4. Complete ten reps with each leg

This stretch will elongate the hamstring and improve your range of motion.
(Michigan Recruit Evan King)

No comments: