On-Court Warm-up: Racket, Feet & Timing
Bridge the general warm-up into match-ready movement and contact. Start cooperatively and build from short court to deeper court before introducing pace.
Set up
With a partner, begin with gentle short-court exchanges, then add lateral movement, volleys and controlled overhead preparation.
Home practice
Use 3 rounds of 20 seconds: side shuffles, split-step hops and shadow swings, resting as needed.
Key cues
Begin below match pace.
Find timing before force.
Increase speed in small steps.
Progressions
Short court; full court cooperative rally; then add one controlled competitive point sequence.
Watch drill video Video: The Prehab Guys