Fitness fanatics – Tom Brady and Novak Djokovic

Fitness fanatics – Tom Brady and Novak Djokovic

If Tom Brady says that Djokovic is sport’s ultimate alpha, whether you like it or not  –  then that is good enough for me  –  so says Oliver Brown in her article, chief sports writer for The Telegraph. Of all the A-listers luxuriating on Court Philippe Chatrier, all anxious to witness Novak Djokovic’s latest piece…

Fartlek Training for Tennis Players

Fartlek Training for Tennis Players

Fartlek running Fartlek running is a useful method of training for tennis players. Fartlek, a Swedish term meaning ”speed play”, involves alternating between periods of fast running and slower recovery jogging. This type of training can enhance several key aspects of fitness that are important in tennis:- 1. Speed and Agility Fartlek running helps develop speed and agility,…

Cardiovascular Training for Tennis Players

Cardiovascular Training for Tennis Players

Physical fitness training for tennis often includes monitoring pulse rate and cardiovascular health to ensure optimal performance and reduce the risk of injury. Here are some guidelines for incorporating pulse rate and cardiovascular monitoring into your tennis training. 1. Set a baseline  –  Before starting any training program, it’s important to establish a baseline for your pulse…

Tennis Elbow

Tennis Elbow

The term ‘tennis elbow’ is used in a general way to describe most injuries that affect the elbow and cause pain when the elbow joint is moved or rotated. It is clinically known as Lateral Epicondylitis. The area of pain for tennis elbow is usually the outer part of the elbow. The inner part of the elbow,…