If you are getting beat at the net, it’s usually not because your reflexes are slow—it’s because your paddle is in the wrong place. “Hand Speed” is actually Paddle Position Efficiency. To win the firefight, you must eliminate your backswing, keep your paddle in the “11 o’clock” position (The Shield), and practice until your reaction becomes automatic. The fastest way to improve? Ten minutes a day against a wall.
Are you wondering how to increase hand speed to level up your pickleball game and dominate your opponents? Or at least give yourself a fighting chance to win some points against higher-level players?
If so, you’re in luck! This blog post will explore some exercises and training advice that can help increase your hand speed. Hand speed is essential for playing well in pickleball – if you can’t hit the ball quickly, you’ll be at a disadvantage against more skilled players.