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Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips

Essential Tennis LLC

Improve your tennis with the Essential Tennis Podcast, the very first podcast dedicated to tennis lessons and instruction! Tennis professional Ian Westermann answers listener questions about technique, strategy, mental toughness, and much more.

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28:33

Raise Your Tennis IQ: Essential Tennis Podcast #159

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/03/01

"On today's show Ian answers a great question about developing the skills needed to win. We're not talking about forehand or backhand technique but rather the intangibles that really make up a player that just seems to pull out wins even against "better" players. Ian also discusses a question about what parts of your technique you should be thinking about and which should just be "automatic"!"

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33:05

How to Beat Pushers: Essential Tennis Podcast #158

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/02/22

"In today's show Ian talks about how to better handle the most feared type of player in tennis: the PUSHER! What parts of your game need to be improved and what tactics should you employ to be more successful against this dreaded opponent? Find out by listening! Ian also talks about handling low, short shots in the court."

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29:00

3 Simple Singles Necessities - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/02/15

"Two great singles tactics questions occupy today's episode of the podcast! First off I discuss what tactics patterns, and strategies are most essential when it comes to being successful in singles competition. Secondly I talk about how to approach a match tactically against a player who is obviously much stronger and you. What can you do to increase your chances of coming out on top? Find out!"

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33:34

Win More Singles Matches NOW! - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/02/07

In today's episode I talk about three big ways that you can win more matches in your singles game: improving your singles practice, singles strategy, and mental game specifically for singles play. Improving even one of these areas will absolutely earn you more points, just image what would happen if you spend the time and effort to become better at all three!

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33:24

Relax For More Power and Spin! - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/01/31

Did you know that you can make more power and more spin without actually trying any harder? If that sounds impossible to you then you definitely need to listen to today's podcast! Ian talks about the power of relaxation and exactly how much you should be relaxing your arm and grip during a ground stroke. He also discusses the benefit of playing people who are weaker than you and how to deal with losing concentration during such matches.

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38:01

Mental Toughness With Dr. Cohn - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/01/24

Dr. Cohn is back for another great discussion about mental toughness in your tennis game! Together we discuss three different listener topics about avoiding disappointment on the tennis court. The first question has to do with the infamous "choke", how can we avoid giving up a big lead? Second we talk about getting angry or upset after missing shots during a match and thirdly we talk about being too nice and feeling sorry for your opponent!

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32:33

3 Drills To Improve Your Forehand - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/01/17

On today's show Ian talks about three misconceptions relating to forehand improvement: one having to do with weight transfer, the second about taking the ball early, and the third about "staying low". He talks about all three, what plays should actually be doing in regards to each technical topic, and also delivers three different drills to work on your forehand!

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36:55

Forehand Myths, Topspin and Transfer - Essential...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/01/10

If you want more topspin you should switch to a more extreme grip, right? Wrong! If you want to hit with more power you should "step in" and transfer your body weight through the shot, correct? Not necessarily. These are two misconceptions that are incredibly common but very often not the technical element that should be focused on to create great results in your forehand ground strokes. Listen to Ian describe exactly what is essential!

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31:10

Stop Choking! - Essential Tennis Podcast #151

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2011/01/03

On today's show I talk about the top two reasons why people choke during a tennis match. More importantly than that I go over what you need to develop in order to avoid letting it happen to you and exactly how to do it! I also discuss the best way to catch your balance and prepare for a point immediately after hitting your serve. Find out how to earn a completely free set of string as well!

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38:03

Mental Toughness With Dr. Cohn - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/12/27

The mental game is such a make or break topic when it comes to your competitive tennis. Today I’m joined by Dr. Patick Cohn who helps me answer several listener questions about their mental game. Topics include: getting angry on court, playing in front of a crowd, and repeated double faulting.

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38:53

Control or Power? Ian talks to Dave "The Koz"...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/12/20

Today I have a special guest on the Podcast: Dave “The Koz” Kozlowski. Koz has a huge passion for the game of tennis and has been around the sport his entire life. Listen to him give his thoughts on which is more important for ET listeners: power or control. How do you get control exactly? When should you add power?

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37:28

How To Hit On The Run! - Essential Tennis Podcast #148

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/12/13

One of the most difficult things in tennis is trying to hit while moving yourself urgently from one part of the court to another. How can we best move our feet to get to the right spot and coordinate that effort with our upper body to hit the best possible shot? Learn how on today's show! Also listen to Ian talk about using your court time wisely when your partner isn't as strong as you are.

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44:14

Will Hamilton and Yann Auzoux Introduce Tennis Rx -...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/12/06

Will, Yann, and Ian discuss tennis instruction and becoming a better player! You will hear them talk about the "modern footwork" videos that Will and Yann put out several months ago as well as a completely new course designed to improve your entire game called "Tennis Rx". During this week only you can access a completely free video course that Will and Yann put together by going to www.essentialtennis.com/rx!

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31:51

Hydration and Stretching - Essential Tennis Podcast #146

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/11/29

Dr. Jack joins me back on the show! Together we answer four different listener questions about sports medicine relating to tennis. The first has to do with hydration which is incredibly important to your performance. What is best to drink and how? Next we talk about stretching to avoid injuries, and lastly we discuss compression shorts and ankle braces. All great information!

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33:15

4 Keys To Incredible Defense - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/11/22

Some of the toughest shots in tennis are those that must be hit while on the run, trying to track down an offensive ball hit by your opponent. In today's episode of tennis instructions podcast you'll learn the four key areas of tennis that you need to develop in order to get as many of these types of shots back. Stop watching good shots travel past you in this tennis lesson, find out how!

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30:15

Low, short shots can be some of the toughest -...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/11/15

Do you struggle hitting topspin on really low shots that are close to the net? Most people do and sometimes it's just better to play a slice or "push" type shot. Find out when this is best to do and how to do it! Also listen in on a discussion about singles tactics: should you play your opponents strength in order to attack to their weakness? Find out!

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41:00

Adam from FuzzyYellowBalls.com - Essential Tennis...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/11/08

In today's show you will learn how good of a camera is necessary to analyze your own tennis technique. Also find out how to best film your strokes, get the video to your computer, edit it, and share it with your friends or tennis pro. Definitely don't miss this crash course in digital video for tennis improvement!

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36:14

Learn what is most important to putting together a...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/11/01

Stroke technique is only part of winning a tennis match. Being mentally tough and putting together a winning game plan are completely separate and even more important than technique a large percentage of the time. Today Ian talks about what is most important tactically to winning both singles and doubles matches. Start winning more matches with better tactics!

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32:50

Learn how to stop missing so many easy volleys! -...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/10/25

It's always the worst playing a long point, getting to the net, being rewarded with a high volley or overhead and then making an unforced error! On today's podcast you'll learn what the best technique is to hit high volleys firmly and consistently and also how exactly to move back for a tough overhead.

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35:31

Competing at tennis over a long period of time -...

Essential Tennis Podcast - Instruction, Lessons, Tips ·

2010/10/18

We've all seen tennis players get upset at themselves and just completely melt down on the court. Alright, lets be honest, we've all BEEN that player as well, right? Is it always a bad thing to get out some negative emotion? Should we always be calm and even? Today Ian talks to a guest who helps answer those questions.

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