Jojo

Interesting post. I have taken speed reading classes but never thought this technique could help on a badminton court.

Has anyone else got any special techniques or practices that help to improve reaction times?

Paul

Jonathan

Great post. This is a good exercise. I’ve seen it done many times. To make it harder you can have the player with their back to the net. The feeder calls and then throws. The player therefore has time to spin and see the shuttle in flight before moving.

With any training exercise, it’s important that the feed is good, otherwise it will fall apart. The problem for most players who wish to improve, is finding some one who can feed well and consistently so that they get the most from the training session.

Thanks again Jonathan

Paul

Minshi

Coke and coffee may increase reaction times but they’re not good foods to have around sport.

There are better altenatives like energy drinks especially the professional drinks rather than the off the shelf types. You have to consider that players who enter tournaments may be subject to doping tests and therefore they need to ensure only the right foods are in their system.

That said for most club and league players, perhaps a cup of coffee will actually help them play better!

Paul