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Brian Lutz Podcast

308 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratings

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Low and Go Serve Max Out Serve Technique

March 06, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.42 MB

Brian gives players an alternative serve for hitting with more power on your service game. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 205 1.  Keep the toss short. 2. Benefits to short toss. 3. Go fast and go hard. 4. Rehearse for timing. 5.  Understand Risk vs Reward. Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. --- Send in a voice messag...

10 Tips On How To Keep Score In Tennis?

March 05, 2020 10:00 - 9 minutes - 9.08 MB

Brian explains how to keep score when playing tennis and how to follow the score when you are watching tennis. on TV, online or in person at a tournament. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 204 1. Who Is In Charge of The Score? 2. What to do when you lose track? 3. How To Keep Score? 4. What is does Deuce mean? 5. What is ad scoring? 6. What is No Ad Scoring? 7. What is a tiebreaker? 8. What are some abbreviations of scores? 9. How to follow online or TV? 10.  How to keep track in person...

Alan Alda Tennis Method. How To Teach Actors To Play Tennis?

March 04, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.6 MB

Method acting are way thru a tennis lesson with actor Alan Alda and tennis coach Brian Lutz. EPISODE 203 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  Very limited technical instruction. 2. Warm up and play. 3. Psychological Technique 4. Regimented Training 5.. Situational Training 6.  Collaboration Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. --...

What is the Difference Between a Break and Hold in Tennis?

March 03, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.55 MB

Brian explains what it means to break serve and hold serve in tennis lexicon and why it's so hard to win return games vs service games. EPISODE 202 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  Leverage 2. Power of choice 3. Exploit Weakness 4. Two offerings 5. Handicapped. Must win by 2. Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. --- Send in ...

How To Get Tickets to the Miami Open?

March 02, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.33 MB

Brian gives a comprehensive and insider look on how to get tickets for the 2020 Miami Open? EPISODE 201 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS Backhand City: Miami Open Tennis Tickets Buyers Guide 1.  Direct from Ticketmaster on Miami Open.com 2. Networking 3. Tickets Currency 4. Tour Groups 5.  Your Local Tennis Club 6.  Secondary Markets 7.   The Guy In The Parking Lot Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in...

What Are the 6 Best Tennis Tournaments in the United States?

March 01, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.93 MB

Brian gives you his top tennis tournament to attend in the United States. EPISODE 200 / Tennis Travel Tips and Best Tennis Tournaments 1. Miami Open 2. US Open 3. Indian Wells 4. Hall of Fame Championships 5. Delray Beach Open 6. National 40s in LaJolla California. Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. --- Send in a...

4 Good Things And One Bad From the Career of Tennis Star Maria Sharapova

February 29, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.15 MB

Brian summarizes the career of recently retired tennis star Maria Sharapova and what you can take from her tennis game and her contribution to the world of tennis. EPISODE 199  / DAILY TENNIS PODCAST 1.  Meldonium Drug Scandal 2  Mental Fortitude 3.  Professionalism 4.  Aggressive Ground Strokes 5.  Sponsorship  Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by j...

What's The Difference Between Switching Sides and Change Overs?

February 28, 2020 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.63 MB

Brian explains when to switch sides and change overs and when they are aloud and how they can be effective. EPISODE 198 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  What is Switching Sides? 2. When Can You Switch Sides for Returning Serve? 3. What is a Changer Over? 4.  When Do You Do a Change Over? Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. ---...

What Is The Difference Between Deuce and Ad Court?

February 27, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MB

Brian gives handy guide on how to decipher between the Deuce Court and Ad Court. EPISODE 197 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  Find the Hash Mark 2. Face the Tennis Court on the Baseline 3. To The Right of the Hash Mark is Deuce Court 4. To the Left of the Has Mark is the Ad Court. 5.  It's the Same on the Other Side of the Net. Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for fr...

How To Master Service Ritual and Why Is It Important For Your Game?

February 26, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.25 MB

Brians gives practical insight on the mastery of service game rituals and why they are important for your tennis game. EPISODE 196 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  What is a Service Ritual? 2. How Long Should a Service Ritual Last? 3. When Does the Shot Clock Start 4. Why Is It Important For Your Game? 5.  Should You Do It On Your Second Serve? 6.  Should You Do It Every Point? 7.  What's Your Responsibility are Returner ? Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Back...

When Is The Optimum Time To Hit Slice?

February 25, 2020 17:40 - 8 minutes - 7.81 MB

Slice tennis shots.  When is the best time to execute under spin on your ground strokes?  Brian explains the strategy behind this technique for recreational tennis players. EPISODE 195 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  Comfortable 2. Uncomfortable 3. Time is Taken Away 4. Ball is High 5.  Ball is Low 6.  Ball is away 7.  Ball is inside 8.  When Do the Pro's Use Slice? 9.  How Does It Relate To You? Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's...

How To Watch a Pro Doubles Match

February 24, 2020 22:45 - 9 minutes - 8.88 MB

What is the best way to appreciate a professional doubles match.? Brian analyzes professional doubles match from the Delray Beach Open in Delray Beach, FL. EPISODE 194: DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  Appreciate the Sound 2. Notice the Positioning  3. Notice the hand signals. 4. Notice the quick decision making. 5. Notice the athleticism Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partn...

How To Not Get Better at Tennis

February 23, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.76 MB

Ever have a tennis pro feed you from a ball hopper when you don't have to move?  This is the perfect recipe for a stagnant tennis game.  Brian shows you the features to look for in a tennis lesson that result in stagnant growth. EPISODE 193 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS  1. Stand Still 2. Work on Timing 3. Don't Worry If You Miss 4. Pick Up the Balls 5. Repeat for 1 hour 6. Make Payment Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner ...

How to Play Tennis When the Wind is Blowing from the North?

February 22, 2020 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.95 MB

Most well constructed tennis courts have a North South alignment.  When the wind is blowing from you back or in your face what are the best ways to practice and play in these conditions. 1.  Get your grumpiness out. 2. Start noticing wind direction. 3.  Fence Height 4.  Building and Trees 5.  When To Hit Top Spin 6.  When to Hit Slice 7.  When to Hit with Power Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Se...

When Is It Time To Hit With More Power?

February 21, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.07 MB

Everyone wants more power in their game and they want it now.  In reality, there is a time and place to add power into your development strategy.  Today we reveal one of those times. EPISODE 191 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  The Power Conundrum 2. Master of Spin 3. Understanding Racquet Speed 4. Confidence  5. Relaxation Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free b...

Should You Play With a One-Handed or Two-Handed Backhand?

February 20, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.56 MB

Brian dives into the pro's of cons on choosing the backhand that is right for your tennis game. EPISODE 190 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1. What is your physical make up? 2. Which stroke feels more natural? 3. Which is easier to learn? 4.  How big is the grip change?] 5.  Gravity Factor 6.  Power 7.  Control Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Back...

4 Levels of Mental Energy During a Tennis Match

February 19, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.87 MB

Brian dives into the mental game and how to elevate your thoughts and translate them into performing at your best. 4 LEVEL OF MENTAL STATE DURING COMPETITIVE TENNIS What are these levels of mental awareness and what exercises can you do to move upward to increase on court performance? 1.  ZONE 2. OPEN 3. ANXIETY 4. APATHY Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for...

How To Play Fast 4 Tennis Format?

February 18, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.21 MB

Brian explains how to put a burst of excitement into your tennis game with the Fast 4 Tennis format started by Tennis Australia and copied by the Lawn Tennis Association in England. EPISODE 188 / TENNIS TIPS 1.  First player or team to 4 games. 2. No ad scoring.   3.  3-all Tiebreakers are first to 5 points.' 4. Best of 3 sets or Best of 5 Sets. 5.  Lets count! SHOW NOTES: Tickets for Delray Beach Open Fast 4 Tennis Format Brian's Instagram Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA an...

How To Enjoy a Professional Tennis Tournament In Person?

February 17, 2020 15:26 - 6 minutes - 6.09 MB

Brian gives you a day in the life of following professional tennis up close and in person at the Delray Beach Open EPISODE 187 / TENNIS TIPS 1.  Get there early in the week. 2. Head to the outside courts. 3. Keep an eye on the schedule 4.  Eat and Hydrate Strategically 5.  Be ready for the long haul 6.  Don't bring friend who don't LOVE tennis. Tix for the Delray Beach Open Brian's Instagram Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian...

The Unconscious Tennis Lesson

February 16, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.23 MB

Are you playing to please your tennis pro's ideas? Finding your best during your tennis lesson. Brian explains how unconscious behavior can limit your performance.  EPISODE 186 / TENNIS TIPS 1.  Are you playing to please your pro? 2. What learning method resonates with you best? 3.  Perspective:  Are you noticing or operating from judgement when you play tennis? Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Seri...

When Should You Buy A New Tennis Racquet?

February 15, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.41 MB

Brian explains how often you should update your tennis racquet with a new one. EPISODE 185 / TENNIS TIPS 1. Technology 2. Playing Style 3. How Often Do Your Play 4.  How Many Racquets Do You Have? 5. Where Do You Store Your Racquet 6.  Maintenance - Grommets, Strings and Bumper Guard SHOW NOTES: Places to buy Tennis Racquets:  Miami: Tennis Plaza, Strictly Tennis. and Aventura Racquet Sports or your local tennis pro shop. National Websites: Tennis Warehouse, Tennis Express, Midwest...

Why Do I Record Daily Tennis Podcasts?

February 14, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.44 MB

This Valentine's Day edition of Find Your Aha Moment talks about the love of tennis. Brian explains the strategy behind daily tennis podcasts. EPISODE 184/ TENNIS TIPS 1.  I love tennis. 2. I love radio 3. It keeps me sharp 4. Grow my authority in the industry. 5.  Create interest in my programs 6.  Grow my customer base. 7.  Feed my blog content. SHOW NOTES: Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Se...

Why Do I Charge More Than Most Professionals for Tennis Lessons?

February 13, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.6 MB

Brian explains why he charges his rate for private tennis lessons. EPISODE 183 / TENNIS TIPS 1.  Make More Money 2. Create a Value Proposition 3.  Pareto Effect 4.  Easy  Differentiate 5.  Eliminate the Tire Kickers SHOW NOTES: Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spo...

Why Parents Shouldn't Teach Their Kids Tennis?

February 12, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.04 MB

Brian gives parents some friendly advice on teaching their kids tennis. EPISODE 182 / TENNIS TIPS 1.  It's not your role 2. You really don't know what you are doing? 3. They won't listen 4.  Freudian reasons: Their behavior is a reflection of you not their performance. SHOW NOTES: Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. ...

Why I Don't Teach Private Lessons With a Ball Hopper?

February 11, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MB

Brian explains why he rarely uses a ball hopper any more for tennis lessons EPISODE / 181 / TENNIS TIPS 1.  Student doesn't get dependent 2.  No Red Flags 3.  Create Urgency 4.  Create Accountability 5.  One Shot at a Time SHOW NOTES: Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast...

What Are The Top 3 Things You Can Learn Watching Gael Monfils?

February 10, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.87 MB

Brian dives into the hyper athletic shot maker Gael Monfils with his first victory on the 2020 tennis season and what things you can take from his game for you own tennis game. EPISODE / DAILY TENNIS TIP 180 1.  Have fun! 2. Scramble like your eggs. 3. Be a good sport. SHOW NOTES: Video Highlights of Gael Monfils Victory in Montpellier, France this week. Outrageous Gael Monfils Highlight Reel Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian'...

What Does Serena Williams Need To Fix In Her Tennis Game?

February 09, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.71 MB

What does Serena Williams need to improve in her tennis game to break through with one more Grand Slam in 2020?  Brian analyzes the parts of her game that need upgraded. EPISODE 179 / DAILY TENNIS PODCAST 1.  Backhand Volley 2. Transition Game 3. Off Speed Balls 4.  Battle of Nerves Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. ...

6 Best Ways For Juniors Tennis Players To Prepare For Tournaments

February 08, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MB

Robert Gomez is a guest podcaster from Tier One Tennis. Robert goes over the best ways juniors and parents can prepare for tournaments. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 178 6 Best Ways For Juniors To Prepare for Tournaments 1.  Preparation the Week Before Tournament. 2. Working on Player Strengths 3. Practice Matches 4.  Night Before Match Planning 5.  Day of Match Planning 6.  Journaling Matches Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lessons Series on Backhand-City.com Daily Live Tennis Sco...

How To Motivate Tennis Students

February 07, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MB

Tennis players are human and even though tennis class is a students sanctuary and escape from the real world some days the students need a nudge to get them to perform at a higher level to get the most out of an on court session.  Brian gives a few tips and insight on some ways to accomplish this goal. Find Your Aha Moment Daily Tennis Tips / Episode 177 1.  Auditory Motivation 2.  Physical Motivation 3.  Nutritional Boost 4.   Modification and Adjustments Get Live Tennis Scores from ...

How To Find a Tennis Partner

February 06, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.38 MB

Looking for people to play tennis with? What is the easiest ways to find people to play tennis with?  Brian gives a few suggestions. 1.  Join a Tennis Clinic 2. Bring a new can of tennis balls. 3. Join a League or Play a Tournament 4.  Sign up for an online Find a Partner service. Join Brian's 2020 Tennis Lesson Series for Adults in Miami on Backhand-City.com Get Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Tours on Backhand City --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaster...

How To Beat Your Husband In Tennis

February 05, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.21 MB

Brian explains how to exploit your husbands strengths and expose his weaknesses on the tennis court. Daily Tennis Tip / Episode 175 5 Crucial Steps To Defeating Your Spouse 1.  Keep the ball in play. 2. Keep the ball low with slice 3. Keep the ball deep 4.  Play his backhand more 5.  Wear something attractive to numb his killer instinct. Fill out Brian's Private Tennis Lesson application to begin your quest of beating your spouse in tennis. Check out the Live Tennis Scores from the ...

How to Play FBI in Your Tennis Matches?

February 04, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.42 MB

What is the acronym FBI stand for and when can you use it when you play tennis?  Brian explains the meaning and good times to use it in your tennis matches. SHOW NOTES / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1.  Informal Matches and Pick Up Games 2. Social Tennis Games 3.  Sanctioned Tennis Matches. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

3 Things You Can Learn From Djokovic's Grand Slam Win

February 03, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.71 MB

Brian gives 3 practical tips for tennis players after watching Novak Djokovic win his 8th Australian Open title. 1.  How to Practice Depth On Your Strokes 2. Shot tolerance and lock down mode 3. Trust Your Game Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com Get Daily Live Tennis Scores on Backhand City from the ATP, WTA and ITF tours. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

How Many Ranking Points Do Players Get at The Australian Open?

February 02, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.64 MB

How to follow the weekly ranking points for professional tennis players. Brian goes over the ranking points that drive players entry and seeding into tennis tournaments like the Australian Open..  Ranking Points Grid Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF  Tours on Backhand City Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

How To Figure Out Your Tennis Rating?

February 01, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.2 MB

Brian's gives you some insight on how to objectively figure out your tennis rating without taking things too seriously. Daily Tennis Tips / Episode 171 Some of the more popular tennis rating systems in tennis. Backhand City Tennis Rating aka NTRP (National Tennis Rating Program) Universal Tennis Rating ELO Rating for Chess Players Sign up for Group Tennis Lessons with Brian in Miami on Backhand-City.com Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF  Tours on Backhand City. --- Send ...

How To Play Tennis in Windy Conditions?

January 31, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.84 MB

Brian explains the pro's and con's of playing tennis in windy conditions. 1.  Positives of Playing in the Wind 2. Negatives of Playing in the Wind 3.  Strong and Steady 4.  Breezy 5.  Swirling Winds 6.  Cross Winds 7.  Head Winds 8.  Rear Winds 9.  Combo Winds Join Brian's e-Tennis Newsletter to stay up to speed on all of the tennis events including the Miami Open Players Party. Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF  Tours on Backhand City --- Send in a voice message: ht...

What is The Best Sun Protection for Tennis Players?

January 30, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.33 MB

Brian gives some practical options for keeping the sun off your body when you play tennis. 1. Cover Up Head To Toe 2. Morning Play 3. Evening Play 4. Sun Block-Vertra Stick 5. Indoor Courts - Passion4Tennis 6. Rick Macci Tennis Center -Canopy Covered Court in Boca Join Brian's email newsletter to stay informed of all the news and events going on in tennis including the Miami Open Players Party. Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF  Tours on Backhand City --- Send in a voic...

How To Dry a Tennis Court Fast?

January 29, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.37 MB

Brian explains how to deal with moisture on the tennis court to get your tennis game back on schedule.. EPISODE / 168 Court pitch, temperature, wind, sun, drainage.  Brian gives tips on how to get playing tennis fast on a rainy day. 1. Hard Court 2. Clay Court 3. Grass Court 4. Artificial Turf. Join Brian's Tennis Newsletter for information on tips, tickets, events and lessons in the world of tennis including the Miami Open Players Party.. Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF...

6 Tips on How To Play Tennis With a Jerk?

January 28, 2020 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.49 MB

Brian explains how to play tennis with a pontificating "know it all" on the tennis court. Tips on How to Play Tennis With a Jerk / Episode 167 1.  Remember you agreed to this.   2. Maybe they mean well? 3. Silence is your friend 4. Provide counter points but don't get your hopes up. 5.  Try to find the positive in the situation. 6.  No is always and option Join Brian's Tennis Newsletter to get up to speed on the all the events in the tennis world and South Florida tennis community. ...

5 Things You Can Learn Following the Australian Open?

January 27, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 6.28 MB

Brian gives his observations at the midway point of the 2020 Australian Open from Melbourne and what you can learn from watching professional tennis. 1.  Winning is tough. 2. Being is shape is paramount. 3. High shot tolerance is crucial. 4.  Its startling to see some player deficiency 5.  The commentators are Americanized. Join Brian's Backhand City Newsletter to stay up to speed on events like the Miami Open Players Party. Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF  Tours on Backh...

How To Burn 500 Calories During Your Private Tennis Lesson

January 26, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MB

Brian gives some practical tips for burning calories during your private tennis lesson. SHOW NOTES: DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 165 1.  Have a lesson plan. 2. Stick to the plan. 3. Have a good Pre Game Meal 4. Have your tennis bag prepared. 5. Interval training. 6. Play Consistently  7. Save the Serving for the End of Session or Don't Serve at All 8. Wear a smart watch  Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lessons Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com Live Tennis Scores from the A...

What is the Most Popular Question Tennis Parents Ask?

January 25, 2020 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Developing Junior Tennis players taking caring and experience to guide kid through the development stages.  This Saturday episode features guest host Robert Gomez of Tier One Tennis in Coral Gables, FL.  In this episode Robert answers the number one question he gets from Tennis Parents regarding Junior Tennis. SHOW NOTES:  EPISODE 164 HOW TO LOOK FOR A TENNIS COACH FOR  YOUR CHILD? a. Find a Coach Who Cares b. Find a Coach with the Right Experience c. The importance of Culture in a Tenn...

How Often Should Beginner Tennis Players Play With New Balls?

January 24, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.86 MB

Why are hitting with different tennis balls so important for beginners?  Brian explains a pathway for new tennis players to learn the game of tennis fast. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 163 1. Lower bounces are easier to hit. 2. New balls bounce high 3  New balls bounce fast. 4.  Heat can amplify the bounce. 5.  Red, Orange and Green Balls are Decompressed. Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters...

How To Get More Power In Your Tennis Game?

January 23, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.57 MB

Everyone wants more power. But how do you get it in your game?  Brian's shows you how to get more power in your tennis game. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 162 1. Don't hate me but you have to PRACTICE 2. Relax with Minimal Effort Drill 3. Develop Efficiency thru Timing 4.  Get Strong 5.  Get Flexible Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

What Can You Learn For Your Tennis Game Watching Serena Williams?

January 22, 2020 08:00 - 5 minutes - 5.32 MB

Brian's breaks down Serena Williams 1st round victory at the 2020 Australian Open and deciphers what match strategies you can use for your own tennis game. See match Highlights here on Backhand-City.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

What is the Best Way To Watch a Tennis Match?

January 21, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.23 MB

Brian gives tennis fans insight on the best way to watch a tennis match whether it's in person, on television or via apps. Daily Tennis Tips / Episode 160 1. In Person 2. On Cable TV 3. Apps Reserve your spot in Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lessons Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com TennisTV  (All non Grand Slam ATP Tennis Tournaments and replays) ESPN+ (Grand Slam Tournaments) Tennis Channel Plus --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/me...

How To Make a Tennis Draw? The 2020 Australian Open Tennis Tournament

January 20, 2020 10:00 - 8 minutes - 8.03 MB

Brian explains how the draws are made up at Grand Slam tennis tournaments and what to expect this year at 2020's first major tennis tournament held in Melbourne, Australia. Tennis Tips / Episode 159 1. Direct Entry 2. Qualification 3. Wild Cards 4. Protected Ranking 2020 Australian Open Tennis Draws Draw Ceremony / TV Show --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

Why Do You Over Hit Slow Balls?

January 19, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MB

Brian explains how slow bouncing balls reveal your flaws. Daily Tennis Tips / Episode 158 4 Types of Slow Balls That Tennis Players Struggle With: 1. Lobs 2. Transition Balls 3. Sitters 4. Pushers Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

How To Decide If You Should Play Deuce Court or Ad Court in Doubles?

January 18, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.7 MB

Brian explains how and when you can decide on the side of the court to play. TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE: 157  1.  Scoring Format 2. Dominant Hand 3. Player Rating 4.  Environment Sign up for Brian's Adult Tennis Lessons Programs in Miami on Backhand-City.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

How To Play Mixed Doubles When One Player Is Stronger Than the Other?

January 17, 2020 10:00 - 7 minutes - 6.59 MB

Brian explains the optimal strategy to play mixed doubles. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 156 1.  Protect the weakest shot on your team 2. Communicate 3. Play Your Strengths 4. Practice Match TieBreaks Join Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lessons Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/backhand-city/message

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