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Ping Pong Strokes: How You Can Improve Your Backhand Topspin

staff — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 21:40:01 +0000

Usually, ping pong players have a weak backhand. It is very awkward and it doesn’t necessarily produce as much power as the forehand. If you are one of the many ping pong players who have a weak backhand, here is a way you can improve and make this weakness your strength.

Ping Pong Tips for Beginners: What You Need To Do In Order To Bring Out your A-Game

staff — Fri, 25 Dec 2009 21:39:58 +0000

If you love playing ping pong like many people do, then you will want to play this game all the time. Maybe you can purchase your own ping pong table and put in your basement or you can also try playing ping pong with your friends at your local recreational center. Whatever your choices are, you will want to improve your performance in order to become competitive against your friends, family, and even in local tournaments. Who knows? Maybe, you can become good enough to play in a major tournament.

The Importance of Being Physically Fit to Play Ping Pong: How to Become Fit to Compete

staff — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 21:39:53 +0000

In any sport, a player must be fit in order to bring out his or her competitiveness and beat their opponents. By being fit, you will be able to run faster, jump higher, throw things farther and have more stamina. So, just how does being physically fit improve the way you play ping pong?

The History of Ping Pong: This Popular Sport’s Humble Beginnings

staff — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 21:39:52 +0000

As a ping pong enthusiast, you can’t help but wonder about the history of ping pong. Basically, most people think that table tennis or ping pong started out in China. This is a common misconception although China produces some of the best table tennis players in the world.

How to Select the Right Ping Pong Equipment

staff — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 21:39:48 +0000

A lot of ping pong equipment retailers will show you different kinds of essential equipments that you need in order to properly play ping pong. In fact, they can even let you select the paddle or blade you want and the rubber you want to go with it and assemble it for you.

Common Mistakes Beginners Make When Playing Ping Pong

staff — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:28:15 +0000

Ping pong, like any other sport, has beginners making a lot of mistakes. If you are a beginner in this sport, you may want to know about the common mistakes that beginner ping pong players make in order to avoid making them. So, here are some of the common mistakes beginner ping pong players make that you need to know about in order for you to avoid experiencing them or improve the way you play.

Ping Pong Strokes That All Beginners Should Know About

staff — Fri, 02 May 2008 17:58:10 +0000

Ping pong isn’t just about whacking a ball as most beginners think. Ping pong is also about learning how to hit the ball strategically and correctly in order to win a point. There are a few paddle strokes that you need to learn in order to have a competitive edge against other players or be on the level with more experienced players.

Ping Pong Rules That You Need To Know About

staff — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:55:48 +0000

Ping pong is a fun game that can be played by anyone. In fact, you can even practice playing by yourself by just folding half of the table so that it reaches an angle of 90 degrees and creates a wall. However, you need to remember that before you play ping pong or table tennis, you need to know about the rules in order for you and your playing partner to continue enjoy playing the game and get the point system right as well as avoid any discussion.

A Guide to Buying the Perfect Ping Pong Table

staff — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 17:58:33 +0000

If you are into ping pong and it is turning into a hobby along with your family and friends, you might want to invest in a ping pong table of your own. By having your own ping pong table, you will be able to practice as much as you want and also play with your family and friends in the comfort of your own home.

How to Choose Your First Ping Pong Paddle

staff — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 22:13:44 +0000

After learning the basics of ping pong, you now want to learn how to improve your game. You have to consider the fact that the game of ping pong will not only rely on your quick reflexes, excellent hand eye coordination, speed, and quick thinking, but it will also rely on the ping pong paddle.