Guide To Chicagoland Tennis
Equipping Yourself to Play Obvious essential equipment for playing tennis is a tennis racquet and balls. If you want to practice but aren’t near a court, a wall adjacent to a concrete surface is a reliable partner that never fails to send another ball back to you. Whether you are hitting with a wall or another live person, here are some tips on how to equip yourself to play. Racquets for Adults Most racquets are 27-28 inches long from the tip to the end of the handle. Racquet weight (unstrung) varies from about 9 to 11 ounces which doesn’t seem like much but the weight can make a difference. Be careful not to use something too light or too heavy for your arm. The best way to find your perfect racquet is trial and error. Most tennis retailers allow you to “demo” a racquet at a nominal charge. Even online retailers allow that, knowing that investing in a racquet can be a big decision. An important thing to think about in choosing a racquet is the size of the grip or handle. An easy way to find the correct size is to hold the racquet with the dominant hand and slide the index finger of the other hand between the tips of the fingers and the base of the palm. If the grip is too small, the index finger won’t fit. If the grip is too large, the index finger will have extra wiggle room. Choose a grip size that’s comfortable, but keep in mind that too large or too small a group can affect how tightly you squeeze the racquet; over squeezing can tire your arm.
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