Periodization Training for Tennis Part 13

Forearm and Wrist

Periodization training can raise your game an entire level without any changes in your strokes! In this
series we are outlining the same sophisticated cross training program followed by elite American players. (To understand
all the components and how they work together, see part 1 and part 2 in this series.)

Remember that weight training for tennis doesn’t mean trying to build tremendous muscle mass. The goal is
to get stronger and more powerful for tennis, increase your ability to hit the ball harder, and develop the endurance to
do it consistently over long matches.

Strength and flexibility in your forearm and wrist are critical for tennis for two reasons: to play
better tennis and to prevent injury. This article presents wrist and forearm strengthening program that the USTA has
developed specifically for competitive tennis players. These aren’t the customary exercises you see in a weight room.
These exercises are part of our overall tennis specific strengthening and periodization training program designed to help
you raise your level of play without making changes in your strokes.

The overall program combines warmup, flexibility and strength training, and aerobic and anaerobic exercise. Check it out if you are interested…