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Absolute Tennis is thorough and comprehensive guide to improving your tennis. In this insightful and visually engaging book, Marty Smith, an NCAA Division I Southern Conference Champion and long-time Director of Tennis at the New York Athletic Club, shares his extensive knowledge of tennis technique, strategy, psychology and fitness in easy to understand language. His meticulous explanations of the strokes, coupled with narrated individual and sequenced photos of the world's best players, will help you develop powerful and consistent swings, play with more confidence and win a lot more. A forward thinker, Smith not only discusses the strokes of today, but also the future. Marty goes through the evolution of the game, and makes a compelling and persuasive case for three unconventional strokes that may become accepted techniques as the game continues to evolve and become faster. Recognizing that tennis is a highly athletic, tactical, and mental game, he also dedicates a large part of the book to the body, singles and doubles strategy and the mind. You will learn how to improve your footwork and movement, integrate winning game plans that highlight your strengths and expose your opponents' weaknesses, and use your inner voice to remain focused, positive and energetic, helping you attain peak performance.

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"I have played tennis for one year now and this book seems perfect for new and veteran tennis players alike. The explanations are clear and the way the author uses the photo frames to break down different shots is very helpful. I could even take this to the courts and use it as I'm working on a particular shot. I expect the book to be well-read and re-read before long. Great tennis book!"

Product details Paperback 322 pages Publisher New Chapter Press (October 3, 2017) Language English ISBN-10 1937559742

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Absolute Tennis The Best And Next Way To Play The Game Marty Smith Fred Stolle 9781937559748 Books Reviews

• I read this entire tennis textbook, with exception of the future strokes and doubles. I'm coming from the wooden racket area and for me the strokes described here are already futuristic enough Go figure how they hit a forehand these days. Anyway I'm back from the cave and wanted to learn the modern way of playing tennis after getting sometimes confused by contradicting you tube videos. Otherwise I didn't read the Doubles section because I'm not really interested in Doubles other than the social aspect.
  First of all I need to make Marty Smith a huge complement for his use of language describing complicated motions in an understandable way. Very helpful to have learned this language when I describe tennis now to my friends. After having watched many tennis training videos for how to do different strokes the different stroke sections helpful to clean up some confusion. I found however Chapter 13 "Singles" the most interesting. In particular helpful in the chapter were "The Four Phases of Play" and "Court Positioning" (actually the "Court Zones"). These parts connect beautifully and help me to build up my game in a more systematic, logical and patient manner. For example knowing that I'm still in the "Building Phase" and not in the "Offensive Phase" helps to avoid rushing the point. This is very valuable information and knowledge for a tennis player.
  After I read the book I lost a game in a bad way against somebody I should have won against. Tennis players know this phenomenon and it happened to me against a classic "Running Retriever" (it's like hitting the ball against a rubber wall - the ball comes always back with not too much speed). First of all the language I learned from Marty's book helped me to sit down and describe what happened in a detached analytical way (while of course still being disappointed and a bit angry). After the analysis I read again parts of the "Singles" chapter and now I clearly understand what the author meant, I understand now why I lost and what I need to change next time. I can't ask for more. As a little tip, I got as a present a Babolat POP sensor Babolat POP Tennis Sensor, which told me my longest rally was a pathetic seven strokes, while I should have played 20+ according to Marty's book.
  So why four stars and not five? Despite the authors beautiful skill to describe motions, swings and stances I still have sometimes problems to fully understand what he meant. For me the most confusing part is page 85ff the forehand stances. I still don't get the difference between the "open" and "semi-open" stance. A little sketch showing the position of the feet in relation to e.g. the net could have easily explained the difference. Most confusing was on pages 85/86/87 ""The open stance sees your feet parallel to baseline" see photos opposite top. Well, Serena Williams' feet are parallel to each other, however not in relation to the baseline. Also if I turn her feet parallel to the baseline I believe it would be called "neutral" or "closed" stance. Also why on page 86 is Berdych's stance considered "neutral" and not "semi-open". I don't get it and little sketches would have helped throughout this otherwise excellent book.
  In addition it would have been helpful to get recommendations for videos the author finds useful or even better have him start his own "Marty Smith youtube tennis channel".
  I think the book made me a better player - Thank you Marty
  Ralf
• A wonderful guide to improving your tennis skills! It covers everything from A to Z. Very well written and easy to follow. Marty's infinite knowledge of tennis and his gift of effective instruction will help you gain knowledge of techniques and strategy to give you an advantage over your opponent. "Lessons" are easy to follow thanks to over 500 narrated photographs and "Coach's Boxes" that provide clear explanations. This book will not be one to sit on your shelf- it will be referred to time and time again. Absolute Tennis is truly a "must have" for anyone who loves the game and seeks to improve their game while becoming an all- around better athlete. Bravo Marty! Thank you!
• Hands down the best tennis instructional and photographic book out there. Well thought out in its sequence and love how he starts with the body, then takes you through the strokes, then ending with the mind. The 'Coach's Box' sections really break it down and give explanation and meaning to the movement. Very easily read for beginner or pro player. The photos speak for themselves, he has created a beautiful and true photographic representation of tennis.
• I've just finished reading this book. I purchased it based on glowing reviews, but it turned out rather average. Maybe it's passable for a total beginner, but if you've played for some time, you will not find a lot of new stuff here. The weakest section I thought was on technique too little and too "static". It's like snapshots with a tedious and hard to follow description of transitions in between. There is also a chapter on the tennis of the future. This is just LOL. "Reverse serve" or hitting forehands on each side... Crystal ball indeed! His best section is maybe 10 or so pages on doubles strategies and tactics. I do not recommend buying this book.
• No matter your level, you need this book. The game has evolved and these techniques will take you to the next level. Also great for all ages, my daughter and I practice in the living room and then on the court. Very easy to follow, and will give you a lot to work on that will have a positive impact on your game.
• Great book for tennis lovers . The author explores the impediments to reaching one’s goals and how we can overcome them. I try to reread certain chapters before a tennis match.well written, and a must for serious players.
• This is a great book for all players, from beginners to advanced players. Absolute Tennis deals comprehensively with all aspects of the game, and includes illustration shots of pro players that really help to make the points clear. In our family are players of different ages and abilities, and this book has been very useful to all of us. It has helped us to think about strategies in a new way, and to understand developing aspects of the game. It has improved our play, and also enhanced our experience as spectators. We highly recommend it!
• I have played tennis for one year now and this book seems perfect for new and veteran tennis players alike. The explanations are clear and the way the author uses the photo frames to break down different shots is very helpful. I could even take this to the courts and use it as I'm working on a particular shot. I expect the book to be well-read and re-read before long. Great tennis book!