The kinetic chain is a system of links from which energy is generated. Each link transfers power to the next from the ground up. It includes leg drive, trunk rotation, upper arm elevation, forearm extension and hand flexion. Without body rotation and range of motion, we don’t have the power and control needed to perform. (Sarah Ansboury: Pickleball's Evolution)
DJ Weekly Tip: Engage your core. (March 2018)
Many people equate quality pickleball play with good hands or possibly good hands in combination with quick feet.
However, while it is helpful to have good touch with your hands and quick feet, it is more important to have good core stability. (Read More)
It all starts from the legs! Bending the knees and the core/shoulder/upper body rotation gives the power in every shot. The torque from the unit turn adds all the power. - Damon Little, 3.5, Junior Sequim Picklers
A great visual example of using the kinetic chain in the forehand stroke. Notice how the feet and arms work together as the body weight is transfered from back to front foot. When the kinetic chain is engaged, the stroke is one fluid seamless motion.
Assignment: Make a video of yourself hitting forehand/backhand storkes and break down your use of the kinetic chain.
However, while it is helpful to have good touch with your hands and quick feet, it is more important to have good core stability. (Read More)
It all starts from the legs! Bending the knees and the core/shoulder/upper body rotation gives the power in every shot. The torque from the unit turn adds all the power. - Damon Little, 3.5, Junior Sequim Picklers
- The Kinetic Chain YouTube Playlist
- Irena Tereschenko uses the kinetic chain to hit a winner from the baseline during the 2019 Hawaii Open Championships Women's Singles Open Match. Irena Tereschenko vs. Lindsey Newman. Watch The Point
Assignment: Make a video of yourself hitting forehand/backhand storkes and break down your use of the kinetic chain.
