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In Part One of this series we left you coiled, locked in, and poised to unleash the remainder of your forehand groundstroke. Again, using examples of the world’s top pros, let’s examine the essential elements necessary to keep the rest of your forward swing on the money.
It is important to note that the catalyst for the forward swing (and the back swing) is the correct contact range. Nothing hinders your game more than failing to meet the ball comfortably out in front of you. This is what prompts the timing of the take back and forward swing. If done correctly, the entire process will be perfectly continuous, as seen in the Bjorn Borg animation. Notice how his forehand stroke flows from start to finish. Finding the most effective contact range for your forehand (or any stroke) will come through experimentation in practice, and the realization that your own sense of balance and leverage is your best guide.
Whether you are using an open stance or square stance on your forehand, make sure to create an “avenue” through which you make your forward swing. For the square stance step OUT to the ball, stepping across the body (closed stance), will…
