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Play Your Best Forever This entry was posted on 7/16/2006 10:30 PM and is filed under uncategorized. Though we may try to deny it, at some point we’ll all begin to feel the effects of aging. Our clothes become tighter, but we're much more willing to go along with the discomfort than we are to admit that our bodies are perhaps spreading out a bit. We're stiffer after a tough match, but we rationalize that by saying that we really did a lot of running. For some players, this inevitability is too much to bear and, as soon as their performance on the court begins to decline, they get frustrated and say, "What’s the point? If I can't play as well as I used to, why play at all? It's time to try golf." Bite your tongue! Middle age and the years that follow should be the most enjoyable time of your tennis life. By the time you hit your late 40s or 50s, the kids have probably flown the nest and you’re relatively secure in your career. Now it’s your time! Experts at the American Anti-Aging Society say that as science progresses, those of you reading this book can possibly live to be 120-130 years old! That’s a lot of years to enjoy roaming the courts. Here's one advice to take father time deep into the third set. Adjust your equipmentIf you begin to notice that your eyes aren’t as sharp as they once were, try switching to an oversized racket with a bigger sweet spot. Also, an extra-long frame will make some of those harder to reach shots more reachable. Two experts in the area of racket technology offer some additional helpful hints: David Bone, the Executive Director of the U.S. Racquet Stringers Association (More info: usrsa.com suggests that “if you find that your shots aren’t as powerful or as deep as they once were, try stringing your racket a few pounds looser.” James Martin, the Editor-in-Chief at Tennis magazine (More info: Tennis.com) says that “another key factor as you get older is using racquets that are easier on the arm. Most of the major companies have specifically designed rackets to create a softer feel.” Regardless of what type of racket you use, be sure to keep your strings and grips fresh as both will provide cushioning for your arm, wrist and shoulder. A general rule of thumb says that you should get your racket restrung as many times per year as you play each week. Your grips should be changed at least that often. Finally, make sure to use new, lively balls every time you step onto the court. Balls become heavier the more they’re hit and, as a result, become more stressful to your arm, wrist and shoulder. Finish your match and then give the balls to the pro for his lessons. |