Are you preparing for a competition? Here are some of basic tips when preparing for a competition: 1. Maximize you Training. You will have to plan each session divided into goals on which skill or technique you want to improve on. This includes planning your drill sequence too. 2. Improve your training efficiency by utilizing resources. It means a lot to have a coach guide you all the way but you can also check instructional videos, videos of Elite players or you can “youtube” your way to your opponents’ previous matches. 3. Vary your training in to several Phases . This is also known as the Cycle Training. If you are a varsity player your coach has already taken care of this but, if you are not, it would be very important to schedule aerobic exercise, footwork, stroking drills and strengthening workouts. This will prepare you both physically and mentally as you go from 80% physical training to a more less physical/technical to highly strategic
Your story. Your place. Table Tennis. By: Coach Paul Ruiz