Hinders in Racquetball

I still get baffled and even frustrated by hinder calls in racquetball. If you are a racquetball player you understand what I mean. Hinders are the calls that truly separate the good players from the mediocre players.   During my years of playing, I have experienced some of the most ridiculous hinder calls ever. I have even been [...]

Written on March 1, 2010 | Posted in Handball & Raquetball | 1 comment

Plyometrics with Racquetball Training

Because I perform plyometrics exercises, I have increased my winning average. I have more power and my recovery time is faster.  Plyometrics are common in the fitness industry. More and more racquetball players consider them mainstream. My personal trainerdescribes plyometrics as explosive movements. If done routinely, they will help build your strength and power. Below [...]

Written on February 24, 2010 | Posted in Bodybuilding,Handball & Raquetball,Workout | 2 comments

Plyometrics Builds Power for Racquetball

I try to improve my racquetball game through conditioning exercises like plyometrics.  Plyometrics is nothing new to the athletic world.  It is an exercise program that personal trainers and coaches use to help increase their athletes’ power and performance. Increase Strength The plyometrics that I do help increase my strength and power on the court.  I [...]

Written on February 16, 2010 | Posted in Handball & Raquetball,Workout | 2 comments

Some Racquetball Basics

I tell novice players you need to learn the basics of racquetball in order to play well.  If you don’t learn the basics, you get hurt or lose interest in the game fast.  Like handball and squash, the racquetball court consists of four walls, a ceiling and a floor. You play the game to 15 [...]

Written on January 29, 2010 | Posted in Handball & Raquetball,Sports | 1 comment

Racquetball Injuries

Racquetball injuries are common. If you play the sport enough times, you are bound to get hurt. The injuries happen many times due to the velocity of the ball and the quick movements required with the intention of winning the game.    The little ball travels in the confines of a relatively small court.  Your body gets [...]

Written on January 28, 2010 | Posted in Handball & Raquetball,Sports | 1 comment

Getting Familiar with Racquetball

Many times I am asked by new players how to play racquetball. They watch the game and feel perplexed by all the random motion in such a small court. If you have ever watched a game, you know that it looks more complex than it appears. Understanding the basics of racquetball is the key to [...]

Written on January 16, 2010 | Posted in Handball & Raquetball,Sports | No comments

Offensive Shots in Racquetball

Watching a racquetball game when you have never played the game before can be a foreboding experience. You may wonder how is it possible to play the game and live to reap the benefits of such a hard, fast game. I have found when playing racquetball that you need to understand racquetball offensive shots. You [...]

Written on January 12, 2010 | Posted in Handball & Raquetball,Sports | No comments