Today, we are happy to feature the second inspirational message from Dr. Jim Loehr (please see episode 17 for the first video on Overcoming Adversity presented by the PTR). Last week, our homework was to identify the Why? Today, Dr. Loehr describes 10 Things You Can Do to Help You and Your Family During This…
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At Home With PRC, Episode 21
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Many tennis players are also baseball fans, and are sad to miss their favorite teams. Some fans will be happy to see Judy back in her Yankee apparel. Today, Judy uses her baseball glove and like an outfielder, turns and catches the ball with her left hand. This move resembles the proper way to turn…
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At Home With PRC, Episode 20
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Everyone has really missed their tennis lessons and matches. As time passes, it can become more challenging to be hopeful and positive during these difficult times. Today, let’s focus on your first day back on the courts. Are you going to play singles? doubles? indoor? outdoor? Next, identify your partner and opponent(s). Visualize holding serve,…
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At Home With PRC, Episode 19
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The “shelter in place” directive has provided extra time for us to devote to activities that we usually don’t do. Playing tennis or golf, or working at the computer promotes that the shoulders are in a closed position. Today, we “demonstrate” three poses that will help extension on the serve and opening up the chest.…
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At Home With PRC, Episode 18
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It’s Footwork Friday! Make a T, if desired, with tape. Slight cross steps, r-l-r, l-r-l into opposite boxes. Add quickness, but don’t lose accuracy. Do for so many seconds, break, repeat. Transition to volley steps with or without your racquet. Don’t forget to continue to work on your “WHY” (Episode 17). Have fun and be…
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At Home With PRC, Episode 17
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Today, we would like to share inspiring words from Dr. Jim Loehr. Most of you are familiar with Dr. Loehr, the guru of mental toughness, and have implemented his techniques. Thanks to the Professional Tennis Registry and Dr. Loehr, for sharing a message on overcoming adversity. His video appears on the PRC Facebook page or…
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At Home With PRC, Episode 16
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Today, we return to working on the serve motion. Using a ball (or anything else), practice your toss, focusing on extending the tossing arm (left if you are right handed) above your head. Keep your head back. See if you can catch the object without moving your hand. Next, add the movement of your racquet…