Category Archives for "Mindset"

TFP 167: Powerful Secrets to a World-Class Serve

On Episode 167 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’lI learn the most powerful serve advice ever given on the show from legendary coaches, grand slam champions and pro players. I went through all my interviews discussing the tennis serve and selected the clips that will help you fix your technical and strategic serve mistakes and […]

TFP 166: The 7 Foundational Movements to Build an Effective Training Program with Justin Russ

On Episode 166 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with strength and conditioning coach Justin Russ about how you can build a simple and effective training program to get stronger and move better on the court.Justin has worked with several pro athletes on the ATP and WTA tour. He is currently an Assistant Strength […]

TFP 165: 6 Ways to Attack the Net

On Episode 165 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I reveal 6 ways to attack the net that will help you play more aggressively and put pressure on your opponents.I always have been a baseliner since I first started playing. When I got to college, my coach Keith Puryear (who was my very first interview on […]

TFP 164: Mastering Singles Strategy with Edgar Giffenig

On Episode 164 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I interviewed elite coach Edgar Giffenig about how to play smarter singles matches.Edgar is the founder of Giffenig Tennis and is an International Consultant for TennisGate. He was a National Coach for the USA, Germany, and Mexico. He is also a frequent speaker in coaching workshops throughout […]

TFP 160: 7 Do’s and Don’ts for Doubles Players

On Episode 160 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I discuss 7 key do’s and don’ts for doubles players.I played mostly singles as a junior player. So I really had no idea about what the fundamentals of doubles were, how to move, and even how to volley very well because I spent just about every minute […]

TFP 159: 7 Do’s and Don’ts in Singles Matches (4.5 Level)

On Episode 159 of The Tennis Files Podcast, you’re going to learn 7 key do’s and don’ts in your singles matches.Strategy, unlike technique, is something that you can implement immediately that will make a big impact in your matches. With technique, while the benefits are huge, and you should absolutely work on it, strategy doesn’t […]

TFP 157: A Simple Stretch Routine for Tennis Players

On Episode 157 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I am going to walk you through a simple stretch routine that will increase your flexibility and help you recover faster from your tennis matches and training.Playing tennis and training increases muscle tightness and actually reduces your flexibility, so we need to put in the time to […]

TFP 156: Winning Gold Balls on the Senior Tour with Brent Abel

On Episode 156 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I spoke with elite coach from Web Tennis, Brent Abel, about winning gold balls on the senior tour. Brent has won 9 USTA National Gold Balls. He was also the 70s age group Captain of the 2018 and 2019 USA Senior World Cup Teams. Brent founded Web Tennis, […]

TFP 155: Lower Body Strength Workout Routine with NO Equipment

On Episode 155 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I walk you through a simple lower body workout routine that will increase your strength, balance, and coordination to help you play better tennis.Consistent strength training is absolutely critical to increase your performance and lower your risk of injuries. Your game will transform when you feel stronger […]

TFP 154: A Simple Dynamic Warm Up Routine with NO Equipment

On Episode 154 of The Tennis Files Podcast, I am going to walk you through a complete dynamic warm-up routine with no equipment that will help you perform your best on the tennis court and stay healthy.Performing a dynamic warm up that is specific to tennis movement is going to give you the best preparation […]