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- Whey protein - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Kevin CohenThe latest on whey protein by Jeff S. Volek, Ph.D., R.D. Whey protein is a high quality protein that, together with casein, are the major proteins in milk. In prior articles, I’ve written about the growing body of research showing the benefits of whey protein for athletes. Whey protein ...
Views: 955 - Serena Williams: Playing Style - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenDid you know that Serena Williams is one of the most successful players of the game? In fact, she has won the most single and double titles to date and has been achieved the number one ranking 5 times. United States Tennis Association (USTA). According to tennis.com as of November 2009 “Williams ...
Views: 1227 - Maria Sharapova: Tools and Techniques - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenAccording to the reports published by the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), Maria Sharapova was ranked #1 in the world four times in her career. With 22 USTA titles to her name, she is one of the most successful tennis professionals in the world. Maria Sharapova is a dynamic personality who ...
Views: 908 - Tennis Fitness – The Pros & Cons of the Treadmill - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe other day, I received an email asking about treadmill training. For general fitness and weight loss, treadmills are great. There is no difference in terms of caloric burn between a treadmill and running outside. Here are the benefits of tennis fitness training on a treadmill: Weather – ...
Views: 796 - Wilson Tennis: One of Tennis Warehouse's Top Brands - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe Wilson Company was founded by Thomas Wilson in 1916 in Chicago, Illinois. It is a little know fact that company was later acquired by the Finnish giant Amer Sports, which now manages Wilson as its foreign subsidiary. Wilson is a giant in the tennis industry and now sponsors major players ...
Views: 914 - Tennis Exercises: Top Benefits of Core Strength Training - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenThe “core” of an individual’s body is made up of the pelvic girdle, trunk and deep muscles of the spine and abdomen. Proper training of these core muscles provides a stable base for generating power and a strong core enables the player to control the power. As such, good core strength training ...
Views: 975 - Tennis Mental Training - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenAccording to a study conducted by the United States Tennis Association (USTA) on fifty-one American Tennis Champions, it was found that a majority of them attributed their success primarily to emotional and mental toughness. Most coaches and tennis players agree that when competitors are almost ...
Views: 696 - Tennis Nutrition Tips for Players - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2011 from Kevin CohenIt is important for tennis players to possess excellent endurance to be able to adapt to any playing situation. Because tennis matches are unpredictable and may last 3 even 5 sets, players must also have the stamina to keep playing without getting exhausted. Tennis players need to be able to ...
Views: 824 - Rafael Nadal: Style of Play - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenWho does not recognize the name of Rafael Nadal, the professional tennis player? Apart from being called the ‘King of Clay’, he is currently the king of the game. He is ranked as the No. 1 tennis player by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) Nadal has 9 Grand Slam titles to his name ...
Views: 1352 - Tips for Tennis Fitness - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenTennis fitness comprises of a combination of elements, including explosive power, speed muscular endurance, quickness, agility and flexibility. It is important to know what areas of your fitness you need to improve. Start improving your tennis fitness and you’ll start winning more ...
Views: 586 - Top reasons for including Bananas in Your Tennis Nutrition - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenTennis players require instant energy to refuel their body for efficient training and peak performance. Bananas provide instant and long-lasting energy that are perfect for Tennis Nutrition. Ripe bananas contain the following nutrients: 1.2 grams protein, 0.2 grams fat, carbohydrate 25.8 ...
Views: 542 - How To Improve Your Backhand (or Forehand) With This Tennis Fitness Exercise - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenImagine ripped a backhand down the line on a charging opponent. You probably picture Rafael Nadal or Andre Agassi hitting the screaming winner. If you want any chance of hitting a backhand like Rafa or Agassi then this backhand strengthening exercise should become part of your tennis fitness ...
Views: 1093 - The 6 Essential Components of Tennis Fitness - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenWhether you play recreational or professional tennis, fitness is vital to craft a great game. To take your game to the next level, you need to improve your tennis fitness. However, tennis fitness is a broad term, which includes numerous physical parameters. A good player needs to have an ...
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