Tennisletics Blog

Jan. 25, 2020

Best 8: Synthetic gut strings

Most synthetic guts are made with nylon (also referred to as polyamides). There are different grades of nylon with varying levels of feel. Synthetic gut strings deliver a good combination of playability and durability at a very reasonable price. Th…

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Jan. 21, 2020

Best 8: Multifilament strings

Multifilament strings have universal appeal for all levels and are typically more comfortable than solid core strings due to the cushioning effect of hundreds or even thousands of microfibers. They have a high level of playability and are especially…

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Dec. 19, 2019

Last minute holiday gifts for tennis players

The season of giving is upon us with the holidays just around the corner. Finding the perfect gifts for the special people in your life can be a difficult task, especially for the person who has everything. To help ease any headaches we’ve pul…

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Nov. 25, 2019

Maintaining motivation in tennis players

Maintaining motivation and enthusiasm can be one of the biggest challenges for any athlete, especially for those that have competed for a long time. When a player first takes up a sport they’re likely to be excited to participate as often as p…

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Nov. 7, 2019

8 ways to cope mentally with an injury

No athlete is superhuman, we all suffer our fair share of injuries, the most common being tennis elbow. Despite all the warmups and stretches, that unfortunate niggle can become a lot more serious and see us off the court for some time. Why me…

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Nov. 4, 2019

Best 8: Polyester strings 2019

A year on from publishing our popular Best 8: Polyester Strings this blog post provides an update. Polyester strings are perfect for intermediate and advanced players, allowing them to swing big with high levels of spin and control in a low-powered …

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Oct. 31, 2019

Best 8: Tennis Podcasts

Podcasts have become a mainstream way for people to consume information of all kinds and the sport of tennis is no exception. So, we decided to gather the Best 8 Tennis Podcasts for tennis players and enthusiasts. The Tennis Podcast Hosted by: D…

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Oct. 30, 2019

Building confidence in young tennis players

Having confidence in your own ability is often what separates the best racquet sports players from everyone else. Players with a high level of confidence in their own abilities are likely to be more successful as they enter every match believing tha…

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Oct. 19, 2019

Tennis themed Halloween party

How to throw a tennis-themed Halloween party Halloween is one of our favorite times of the year, it provides the perfect opportunity to get to together with friends and family to celebrate the spooky season. Over the next few weeks, tennis clubs ac…

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Oct. 9, 2019

Best 8: Electrolyte powders and tablets

Electrolytes are chemicals that conduct electricity when mixed with water. They regulate nerve and muscle function, hydrate the body, balance blood acidity and pressure, and help rebuild damaged tissue. The muscles and neurons are sometimes referred…

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