Latest posts by Simon Zeitler
Foundational strength – part 2: upper body and core
Of course, the foundational strength work for tennis is not just about the lower body. Muscles around the entire core and upper body are taxed when playing, be it on the serve or and groundstroke. So, it only makes sense to also build and strengthen the muscles and structures around them. Here is a short […]
Training for kids – where to start?
I have recently read a book about the effect of sitting on our health, which included also a stunning part about how activity in our lives declined through the years. And this includes children as well, who not only get less and less proper sports education but also tend to sit more and more at […]
The ideal amount of protein for tennis?
One question that kept popping up throughout the entire time I did nutrition and fitness coaching was this – “How much protein do I need?”. In a world where almost every other food is sold in a low-carb or high-protein version, this might be confusing to a lot of people. And to be fair, the […]
PLYGN Strings – a new player on the string market?
From time to time there are new string manufacturers popping up with interesting offers and the market has become increasingly diverse. Another new player on the strings market is PLYGN strings from Germany, which is working with German factories and mainly offers poly strings of a broad variety. I was lucky enough to test their […]
Foundational strength for tennis – part 1: legs
When looking at tennis players fitness training, we usually do not expect them to lift heavy weights or spend great amounts of time in the gym. However, as tennis is a sport of explosive movements and a lot of stress on the body, all tennis players will have to go through a good amount of […]
4 Nutrition hacks that will give you an immediate benefit
Nutrition sometimes can seem very difficult and cumbersome to get dialed in. And to be fair, it isn’t that easy, as everybody is different and reacts differently to a certain diet. That is why an individual and balanced approach are so important, with adjustments as you go along. But there are a few little hacks […]
Future of American Tennis
We are fully amidst the Chinese hardcourt swing and with both men’s and women’s Masters tournaments going on at the moment, we can take a look at one of the hottest nations right now in tennis. Yes, you read that right – I would consider the USA one of the most up- and coming nations […]
5 High-Intensity Workouts you Don’t Want to Miss
It’s the tennis off-season and you want to find a workout for a busy day? Or you simply want to stay in shape during the season with as little effort as possible timewise? The answer to your problem might be a high-intensity workout, which prepares you for your match and gets your conditioning ready for […]
7 things to consider before starting fitness training
You are looking to improve your tennis and want to start training your fitness? Let’s do this – I am convinced that this is the way to go. But there a few things to look out for, so that the effect of your training is in line with your expectations. I personally fell to some […]
5 Things you should do for your fitness in the off-season
Off-Season Tennis Fitness Tips If you are located in the northern hemisphere, chances are that the days are getting shorter and colder. With this, playing tennis might become a bit harder day-by-day, so how do you get the best out of your off-season? Personally, with a background in fitness and competitive sports, I like to […]
