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Let’s bust a myth real quick…
Most players think leg drive is where all the serve power comes from… but science says otherwise.
80% of your serve power actually comes from specific arm movements—not your legs. Surprised? You’re not alone.
In our latest YouTube video, OTI Instructor James Ludlow breaks down the biomechanics and science behind powerful tennis serves, and shows you exactly how the pros do it.
If you’ve ever felt like you're putting in the effort but not getting the speed, this is the video that’ll change how you train.
Throughout the video, James will also show you the 3 key serve power moves all the best servers use to maximise their power!
James Ludlow:
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/james-ludlow-uk
Email: [email protected]
Credits:
Dr. Brain Gordon: https://www.tennisplayer.net/members/biomechanics/brian_gordon/serve_tennis_science%20_brian_gordon/serve_tennis_science%20_brian_gordon.html
Bruce Elliot: https://www.tennisplayer.net/members/biomechanics/bruce_elliot/BE_Power_Serve_P1/BE_Power_Serve_Part1.pg2.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyhHHORjnaE&t=1167s
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:34 How Power Is Generated
02:11 The Key Muscle Groups
04:53 The 3 Key Power Moves
05:14 The Right To Left
13:24 The Racket Drop
19:54 Fluid Motion
21:38 Outro