Vic Braden

Prestretching the Forearm on the Forehand

APAS system

The Ariel Performance Analysis System (APAS) captures actual match play by stationing three cameras on the court. In the lab, a researcher then digitizes each body joint, on each frame, which results in a skeletal figure. Any body segment, and the racquet, can then be calculated for speed, acceleration, degrees of movement, racquethead placement at ball impact and many more kinematics. The digitized joint centers were: feet, ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, head, six points on the racquet, and the ball.

In the skeletal view of Andre's unique forehand, you will see how he pre-stretches his forearm muscles in the middle of his stroke to allow him to gain great racquethead speed with a very short swing. Watch carefully; in
the middle of his swing how his forearm goes forward while his racquet moves back. This movement is used to stretch the forearm muscles and turns them into a rubber ban mode.

Vic Braden is a longtime sports science researcher, licensed psychologist and the founder of Vic Braden Sports Instruction and the Vic Braden Tennis College, which are held nationwide at premier resorts.

He has produced sixteen instructional videos, authored six books, contributed to publications such as Sports Illustrated, and continues to author editorials for several publications such as Tennis Week and Tennis Life.

His lighthearted approach is endearing, and his motto of “Laugh and Win” has helped shape the resoundingly positive attitudes of thousands of students. In his books, videos, Tennis Colleges, and speeches, Vic strives to teach effectively and connect with students on a personal level, aiming to uncover the ‘genius to perform’ that he believes rests in every individual.

Vic strives to help students maximize their performance and enjoyment of this great sport.

To learn more about Vic Braden and The VicBradenTennisCollege visit www.vicbraden.com or call 1-800-CALL-VIC

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