Download or read book Expert Table Tennis Serves written by Richard McAfee and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2009-05-18 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All points in a table tennis game begin with either serving or returning the serve. When serving, you have a huge advantage in putting the receiver on the defensive or perhaps winning a point outright without any further strokes. To perfect your service game, USA Table Tennis Hall of Fame inductee Richard McAfee offers Expert Table Tennis Serves, a mini e-book providing expert advice. By practicing the techniques in this mini e-book, you will be able to keep your opponent guessing with an assortment of short, middepth, and deep serves that produce a variety of spins. You’ll learn how, when, and where to touch the ball, whether using a forehand or backhand serve, while incorporating backspin, topspin, and sidespin. Master the skills outlined by McAfee and you will be on your way to becoming a confident, high-level player. The mini e-book Expert Table Tennis Serves is an abridged version of the comprehensive book Table Tennis: Steps to Success (Human Kinetics, 2009). As part of the Steps to Success Sports Series, with more than 1.8 million copies sold, Table Tennis: Steps to Success is the No. 1 resource for learning and loving the game.
Download or read book Table Tennis Tactics for Thinkers written by Larry Hodges and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013-02-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "USA Table Tennis Hall of Famer and national coach Larry Hodges takes you on a journey not just of speed and spin, but of mind. You'll develop the habit of tactical thinking, learn what tactics to use against various styles and how to strategically develop your game so you'll have the tactical tools needed to win"--Page 4 of cover.
Download or read book Expert in a Year written by Sam Priestley and published by . This book was released on 2015-08-18 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sam Priestley was never Mr Sporty. After failed attempts at rowing and running he had all but given up on the possibility of becoming a sportsman. That was until childhood friend, and table tennis coach, Ben Larcombe convinced him to act as the guinea pig in an experiment he had concocted - The Expert in a Year Challenge. Starting 1st January 2014 novice Sam was immersed in the world of competitive table tennis. He began training every day and over the course of the year notched up hundreds of hours of practice in an attempt to reach a seemingly impossible goal. There was blood, sweat, tears, injuries, frustrations and moments of elation as the pair travelled up and down the UK, and beyond, in their quest for training, mentors and competition. Sam found potential he never thought he had, got better at table tennis than most people thought possible, and discovered what it feels like when 1.5 million people watch you fail. Here is their story, including all the ridiculous training methods and unreachable goals, and the surprising lessons they learnt from playing table tennis every day for a year.
Download or read book Ping Pong for Fighters written by Tahl Leibovitz and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2014-11-01 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is called Ping Pong for Fighters, and it's about fighting all the different elements that are attached to table tennis. The fight starts inward and eventually moves outward, from within ourselves, to the ball, to our opponents, to the environment and the external conditions. I think what's interesting about this book is that the reader takes the journey with me. All that I learned in over 20 years of competing in table tennis, is in this book. The goal of this book is to try and get the reader to approach the game differently. The book is basically a philosophy for the thinking and feeling player. A philosophy that encourages one to stay in the present moment, have self confidence and compete to the best of their ability. This book is also very direct and very easy to understand. It is not an intellectual discourse of any kind. The book reads more like a conversation consisting of helpful direction through experience and a philosophy of table tennis that is concerned more with experiencing what it feels like to think and play table tennis like a top table tennis player.
Download or read book Winning Table Tennis written by Dan Seemiller and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 1997 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're a competitive tournament player or a serious recreational player, Winning Table Tennis: Skills, Drills, and Strategies will help you improve your game. Dan Seemiller, 5-time U.S. singles and 11-time doubles champion, shows you all the shots and strategies for top-level play. The book features 19 drills for better shot-making, plus Seemiller's own grip and shot innovations that will give you an edge over the competition. Featuring the most effective table tennis techniques and strategies, Winning Table Tennis shows you how to choose the right equipment, serve and return serves, use proper footwork and get into position, practice more efficiently, prepare for competitions, make effective strategy decisions in singles and doubles play, and condition your body for optimal performance.
Download or read book 100 Days of Table Tennis written by Samson Dubina and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-06-22 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel with Coach Samson Dubina on a 100-day table tennis journey. Each day, you will learn new skills about strokes, spins, drills, game tactics, training routines, and tournament performance. This book will give you the necessary tools to move past your competition both mentally and physically.
Download or read book Interceptive Actions in Sport written by Simon Bennett and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2004-03-01 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dynamic interceptive actions are those actions for which the body, or an implement, must be moved into the right place at the right time in order to accomplish a task. These actions are particularly prevalent in sport, for example reaching to catch a ball or running towards a target to make a tackle. This book is the first to offer a comprehensive review of existing theoretical research on dynamic interceptive actions, as well as close examination of specific, practical applications. The book includes material on: * catching * wielding tennis rackets * putting in golf * controlling and kicking a soccer ball. It is essential reading for anybody with a close interest in motor learning and control or skill acquisition, and will be of interest to students of sport psychology, movement science and coaching science.
Download or read book Understanding Tennis Serving Techniques for Beginners written by Kieran Rajesh and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-02-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the exhilarating world of tennis serving with "Understanding Tennis Serving Techniques for Beginners," a comprehensive guide designed to transform novices into formidable servers on the court. In this meticulously crafted book, each chapter is a stepping stone towards mastery, carefully structured to elevate your game from basic understanding to nuanced expertise. Embark on your journey with "Foundations of Serving," where you'll lay down the fundamental principles essential for a solid serve. From there, progress seamlessly through "Mastering Serve Types," where you'll learn to wield a variety of serves like a seasoned pro, captivating opponents with your versatility. But this book isn't just about power-it's about precision. "Strengthening Precision" delves into the fine art of pinpoint accuracy, ensuring your serves land exactly where you intend them to, time and time again. And as any tennis player knows, the mental game is just as crucial as the physical. Discover the secrets of "Serving Mentally," where you'll harness the power of focus and concentration to dominate the court with unwavering confidence. As your skills evolve, so too will your strategies. "Advanced Strategies and Techniques" unveils the tactics employed by elite players, empowering you to anticipate your opponent's every move and outmaneuver them with finesse. And when challenges arise, turn to "Troubleshooting Common Issues" for expert advice on overcoming obstacles and fine-tuning your technique. But it's not just about technique-it's about understanding the evolution of the sport. Explore the fascinating history of tennis serving in "The Evolution of Tennis Serving," gaining insights that will deepen your appreciation for this timeless aspect of the game. From equipment recommendations to the latest technological advancements, "Equipment and Technology" arms you with the tools needed to maximize your potential on the court. And as you reach the conclusion of your journey, you'll emerge not only as a proficient server but as a true aficionado of the game. With its comprehensive approach and tangible, step-by-step guidance, "Understanding Tennis Serving Techniques for Beginners" is more than just a book-it's your roadmap to tennis mastery, destined to captivate beginners and seasoned players alike with its unique blend of practical wisdom and passion for the sport.
Download or read book Science and Racket Sports III written by Jean-Francois Kahn and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2004-10-14 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science and Racket Sports III introduces the edited papers and keynote addresses presented at the combined Third World Congress of Science and Racket Sports and Eighth International Table Tennis Federation Sports Science Congress, in February 2003. The papers are brought together by world-class experts: Lees is Chair of the World Congress for Sports Science Rackets Division, Kahn is Technical Director of the International Table Tennis federation, and Maynard is Secretary of the British Association of Sport and Exercise Scientists. The papers detail cutting edge research in racket sports science in five key areas: * notational match analysis * sports medicine * biomechanics * sports psychology * sports physiology. This valuable collection embraces a broad spectrum of the issues being examined by contemporary sports scientists, and will be of interest to researchers in sports biomechanics and ergonomics, sports engineering and elite racket sports professionals.
Download or read book Tennis Anatomy written by E. Paul Roetert and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See your tennis game as you never have before. See what it takes to improve consistency and performance on the court. Tennis Anatomy will show you how to ace the competition by increasing strength, speed, and agility for more powerful serves and more accurate shots. Tennis Anatomy includes more than 72 of the most effective exercises, each with step-by-step descriptions and full-color anatomical illustrations highlighting muscles in action. Tennis Anatomy goes beyond exercises by placing you on the baseline, at the net, and on the service line. Illustrations of the active muscles for forehands, backhands, volleys, and serves show you how each exercise is fundamentally linked to tennis performance. You'll also learn how exercises can be modified to target specific areas, improve your skills, and minimize common tennis injuries. Best of all, you'll learn how to put it all together to develop a training program based on your individual needs and goals. Whether you’re a serve and volleyer, baseliner, or all-court player, Tennis Anatomy will ensure that you step onto the court ready to dominate any opponent.
Download or read book The Inner Game of Tennis written by W. Timothy Gallwey and published by Random House Trade Paperbacks. This book was released on 1997-05-27 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The timeless guide to achieving the state of “relaxed concentration” that’s not only the key to peak performance in tennis but the secret to success in life itself—part of the bestselling Inner Game series, with more than one million copies sold! “Groundbreaking . . . the best guide to getting out of your own way . . . Its profound advice applies to many other parts of life.”—Bill Gates, GatesNotes (“Five of My All-Time Favorite Books”) This phenomenally successful guide to mastering the game from the inside out has become a touchstone for hundreds of thousands of people. Billie Jean King has called the book her tennis bible; Al Gore has used it to focus his campaign staff; and Itzhak Perlman has recommended it to young violinists. Based on W. Timothy Gallwey’s profound realization that the key to success doesn’t lie in holding the racket just right, or positioning the feet perfectly, but rather in keeping the mind uncluttered, this transformative book gives you the tools to unlock the potential that you’ve possessed all along. “The Inner Game” is the one played within the mind of the player, against the hurdles of self-doubt, nervousness, and lapses in concentration. Gallwey shows us how to overcome these obstacles by trusting the intuitive wisdom of our bodies and achieving a state of “relaxed concentration.” With chapters devoted to trusting the self and changing habits, it is no surprise then, that Gallwey’s method has had an impact far beyond the confines of the tennis court. Whether you want to play music, write a novel, get ahead at work, or simply unwind after a stressful day, Gallwey shows you how to tap into your utmost potential. No matter your goals, The Inner Game of Tennis gives you the definitive framework for long-term success.
Download or read book Database and Expert Systems Applications written by Pablo García Bringas and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-08-18 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 21 International Conference on Database and Expert Systems Applications, DEXA 2010, held in Bilbao, Spain, August 30 - September 3, 2010. The 45 revised full papers and 36 short papers were carefully reviewed and selected from 197 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on Data Mining Systems, Parallelism and Query Planning, Data Warehousing and Decision Support Systems, Temporal, Spatial and High Dimensional Databases, Data Mining Algorithms, Information Retrieval, Query Processing and Optimization.
Download or read book Virtual Augmented and Mixed Reality written by Jessie Y. C. Chen and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Performance Optimization in Racket Sports the Influence of Psychological Techniques Factors and Strategies 2nd edition written by Nicolas Robin and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2023-07-21 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research and empirical work have revealed the importance of psychological/mental skills, factors, and strategies in improving athletic performance, especially in racket sports. High levels of self-confidence, commitment, motivation as well as the ability to imagine, self-regulate, set and achieved goals, control emotion, stress, and anxiety facilitate the ability of the racket sport players to achieve peak performance. For example, players and coaches recognize that the mental or psychological factor should be considered and trained in the same way as the technical or physical components. The aim of this Research Topic is to bring together articles in which psychological techniques, factors, or strategies are discussed, used, or tested in order to improve the performance of racket sport players such as tennis, table tennis, badminton, or squash, and also in new activities such as racketlon, paddle or beach tennis. Topics of primary interest include, but are not limited to: • Mental training for racket sports; • The role of mental coach in racket sports; • Psychological strategies to improve the performance in racket sports; • Relationship between performance and psychological factors; • Applied performance enhancement by means of psychological technics; • Measures of psychological variables in racket sport players; • Training of psychological skills for performance improvement in racket sport.
Download or read book World class Tennis Technique written by Paul Roetert and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2001 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Top tennis experts contribute to this analysis of optimal techniques for all the essential strokes of the game. 160 photos.
Download or read book Learned Brain Self Regulation for Emotional Processing and Attentional Modulation From Theory to Clinical Applications written by Sergio Ruiz and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2016-10-19 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mounting evidence in the last years has demonstrated that self-regulation of brain activity can successfully be achieved by neurofeedback (NF). These methodologies have constituted themselves as new tools for cognitive neuroscience establishing causal links between voluntary brain activations and cognition and behavior, and as potential novel approaches for clinical applications in severe neuropsychiatric disorders (e.g. schizophrenia, depression, Parkinson´s disease, etc.). Current developments of brain imaging-based neurofeedback include the study of the behavioral modifications and neural reorganization produced by learned regulation of the activity of circumscribed brain regions and neuronal network activations. In a rapidly developing field, many open questions and controversies have arisen, i.e. choosing the proper experimental design, the adequate use of control conditions and subjects, the mechanism of learning involved in brain self-regulation, and the still unexplored potential long-lasting effect on brain reorganization and clinical alleviation, among others. This special issue on self-regulation of the brain of emotion and attention using NF approaches interested authors to report technical and methodological advances, scientific investigations in understanding the relation between brain activity and behaviour using NF, and finally studies developing clinical treatment of emotional and attentional disorders. The editors of this special issue anticipate rapid developments in this emerging field.
Download or read book Applied Psychology Research Trends written by Karl H. Kiefer and published by Nova Publishers. This book was released on 2008 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The basic premise of applied psychology is the use of psychological principles and theories to overcome problems in other areas, such as mental health, business management, education, health, product design, ergonomics, and law. Applied psychology includes the areas of clinical psychology, industrial/organisational psychology, human factors, forensic psychology, engineering psychology, as well as many other areas such as school psychology, sports psychology and community psychology. In addition, a number of specialised areas in the general field of psychology have applied branches (e.g., applied social psychology, applied cognitive psychology). This book presents the latest research from around the world.
