In this video I demonstrate the key element to having good technique and keeping balance when moving backwards in readiness to play your badminton shot.
Badminton Coaching Video – Moving Backwards In Balance
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hi paul
thanks a lot for this video…..
i always have problem going backwards…..
tonight i gained a new thing for my game…
thanks paul….
Zarul
Zarul
I nearly withdrew this video after the criticism I’ve had over it. However, I still believe in what I coach and therefore I am so pleased you have found it useful.
To your success
Paul
This one is brilliant. I tried this in my living room and noticed a difference straight away in my balance when moving backwards. The stupid thing is that my coach often moves exactly like this and I NEVER thought to copy it. It helps a bunch, thank you
This is great, can’t wait for the next articles!
Hi Dominic
Thanks for your comments. I am trying to mix it up so there is something for every standard of player.
Watch out next year as I will soon be filming my first series of videos aimed at the better player. These will not be available on Youtube and it’s likely there will be a lot of changes to ensure the good players get so much valuable information that I don’t see anywhere else.
I will be doing a series on footwork too, but haven’t got a date for it yet.
All the best for 2010!
Paul
great! technically this is very helpful even for advance players.
actually a bit confused on your title – moving backward in balance, it would be more interesting to your audience if you use – fast backward or something else.. am sure a lot of players out there wishes to be fast especially to the back court!
thanks once again!
kindest regards
dominic lim
Hi Philip
Thanks for the feedback.
It’s comments like this that make it all worthwhile! You should have seen my face when I read your message.
Paul
I find for doubles I can do 1 chasse step and a jump back and am at the backline! This has really improved my service return of flick as I can now get back and return the flick serve wit a smash!!!
Cheers Paul, I really owe you 1!!
Hi Chris
You’d have to watch very carefully to see the movement, it’s so subtle.
The difficulty with defending this way is that you are open to smashes into your hip area (presuming you’re right handed).
Also, it means you have more work to do in order to shift your feet and move backwards. If you’ve ever seen Zhao in action 1985-1992 you would be able to see how fast he spins in order to reach the corners. And that’s the key for you if you maintain the defensive stance.
You would still need to use the first movement to retain balance. Remember, I made the movement bigger so that you could see it.
Hope this helps.
To your success.
Paul
Great video Paul, I never noticed this while watching professionals play!
I am wondering how the dynamics of this movement would differ if I were in a defensive doubles stance (right leg forward compared to left) as opposed to what appears to be a service receiving stance. Would I first switch quickly and then chasse back like you showed?
Hi Nic
Thanks for your comment.
Remember, I was over exagerating the movement to make sure you can see it. That said, the important aspect here is keeping your head in the right place and therefore keeping you in balance.
As long as your head is not “leading” i.e. being out of balance, then you will find the right point that works for you.
Whilst your head dips a little, you can still see the shuttle easily. The key here is that if the head begins in the right place, if you tip it up later, you will still be in balance.
Hope this helps but feel free to email me if you want more information.
To your success.
Paul
Nice video, Paul- like the single take home point!
I will have to try this when I get on a court, but I think it may really help. Trying it off court, it feels like leaning forward keeps my head down, so can you still track a high flick serve? or is this not as important as getting into the right position?
Nic