We look at the importance of the non dominant hand in the game. How to use it in the waiting position to be more balanced, in the forehand to guide the racket, in the backhand for a more homogeneous hit, in the volley to hit correctly and in the aerial shots to calculate where the ball arrives and maintain balance.
In short, the non-dominant hand is an essential tool in padel that helps us to improve our performance on the court.
Waiting position
The first tip Ramón gives us is how to use the non-dominant hand in the waiting position. Many times, we find ourselves with the paddle low and we forget that the non-dominant hand can help us to be more balanced and prepared for the upcoming shot. So, remember, in the ready position, grip the paddle well with the non-dominant hand.
Forehand stroke
The second tip is about how to use the non-dominant hand in the forehand stroke. If we don’t use the non-dominant hand, we tend to have a dropped racket. But if we have a good grip, we will turn and hit more efficiently. So, remember, use your non-dominant hand to guide the paddle where it needs to go.
Backhand stroke
The third tip is on how to use the non-dominant hand to hit the backhand. In this stroke, the non-dominant hand is even more important because it forces us to turn our shoulders, which allows us to have a more even and accurate stroke. So remember, use your non-dominant hand to hit your backhand as well.
Volley
The fourth tip is about how to use the non-dominant hand in the volley. Here, the non-dominant hand helps us turn our shoulders, which allows us to hit the volley correctly. So, remember, always grab the paddle with the other hand when you are ready to volley.
Aerial shots
The last tip is on how to use the non-dominant hand for overhead shots such as a layup or smash. In this case, the non-dominant hand helps us to calculate where the ball is coming to us and to keep our balance. So, remember, always use your non-dominant hand for balance on aerial shots.
I hope you find these tips useful and that they help you improve your game. Remember, the non-dominant hand is a very useful tool that we should not forget.