How to Hit a Forehand
When coaches and players discuss grips for tennis, the majority of talk centers around the backhand. The backhand can ruin a defense if not properly used, and is difficult to master, unlike the forehand. The majority of strokes utilize the forehand, thus, it dominates during a serve and during most offensive shots. Learning a proper forehand translates into a winning game.
First: Proper forehand
A forehand comes from the dominate side of the body, and many consider it the most comfortable swing. A player should approach the ball at a slight angle, position the non-dominate hand up and slightly away, and then evenly pull back the racket. The player should strike the ball when it is at hip level with a smooth, even motion. He/she must then make sure that the racket does not turn in the hand as it comes forward. This could result in a lob, which sets the opposing player up for an easy win. The player must ensure that the ball is hit smoothly and that they follow-through with the stroke.
Second: Practice, practice and....you guessed it....
Consistently reviewing a forehand perfects it, and for serious players, cold winter months away from the court are no excuse. A missing opponent is no excuse for a weak forehand. Most large-scale indoor gyms host a tennis court, or two. If not, then they may have a racquetball court. Although a different sport, racquetball courts have a wall that a tennis player can utilize for extra practice. A final recommendation is the Nintendo Wii system. The Wii supports many excellent tennis games, and with the improvements in handheld technology, the controller is sensitive enough to detect a good or weak swing. Now, there is no excuse for a poor forehand.