Efficient Shot Making Starts With Efficient Footwork

In pickleball a lot of our success depends on proper footwork. If you remind yourself to always return to a solid athletic stance you will be more likely to succeed: knees bent, paddle in a ready position, feet shoulder width apart or a bit wider. Once you have created this foundation as muscle memory, then you can focus on proper footwork. This means being proactive and moving to the ball and getting our weight going forward during shots. Being able to move efficiently is key to setting up the shots you want. A lot of missed shots are due to being out of position which can lead to reaching or hitting bail out shots. Want to improve your footwork? Try agility ladder drills, cone drills, and moving on the pickleball court without hitting balls.