In the pro's a healthy shoulder is worth itself in platinum.
The most obvious range required in tennis is shoulder flexion or an ability to bring the arms directly overhead. There are others as well. The shoulder must rotate in and out and allow for horizontal arm action.
Why is it than that so little stretching is done in tennis training. Well, it's not. While most high school students and weekend warrior, just run a few laps and go into the game, in college and in the pro's things are done differently. College players usually undergo at least some stretching programs.
Professionals often do trainer or therapist assisted stretching. In the pro's a healthy shoulder is worth itself in platinum. Everything is done to keep it healthy and in top form. This includes stretching.
Due to the unpredictability of tennis, the players arms can be in any possible position. If the range of motion is not there, points could be lost or worst. A player can injure the shoulder. For this reason flexible shoulders are a must.
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Our program develops quick tennis specific shoulder flexibility. At the same time, strength exercises are included. These exercise help to retain the flexibility and protect the shoulder in vulnerable position.