Create a Winning Tennis Routine in 2025
- Tennis Tom
- Jan 3
- 2 min read
How to Create a Winning Tennis Routine in 2025
🎾 Ready to make 2025 your best tennis year yet? The secret isn’t just in hitting more balls (though that helps!). It’s about building a winning tennis routine that works for you. Whether you’re just starting out or aiming for the big leagues, having a solid tennis routine can take your game to the next level.
Let’s break it down into three simple steps: Plan, Practice & Play
Plan: Set Your Goals
Before you step onto the court, decide what you want to achieve.
Are you looking to improve your forehand?
Hoping to win more matches in your local league?
Want to play tennis just for fun?
Write your goals down (Get your FREE Goals Worksheet), and plan your routine around them.
Practice: Make Every Session Count
Im sure you’ve heard of the saying “Practice makes perfect.” However there’s a key word missing from that phrase. Good practice makes perfect.
Start with a Warm-Up: Get your body moving and don’t forget to stretch.
Focus on Drills: Work on one or two key areas, like serves or backhands.
Add Variety: Mix in different drills, matchplay, and fitness work.
Cool Down: Stretch to stay flexible and avoid injuries.
Tennis Tom’s Top Tip: Practice is where you try new things. Don’t worry if it doesn’t always go perfectly, mistakes are how you learn!
Play: Test Yourself in Matches
Practicing is great, but nothing beats the thrill of a match. Schedule regular games with friends, join a local league, or sign up for tournaments.
Play to Learn: Focus on what went well and where you can improve.
Stay Positive: Win or lose learn, every match helps you grow as a player.
Reflect and Reset: After each match, jot down one thing you did well and one thing to work on next time.
Reminder! Stick to a Schedule
Life gets busy, so make tennis part of your weekly routine.
Junior Players: Ask your coach for a mix of practice and matchplay.
Adult Players: Block out time for tennis like you would for any other commitment.
If you’re currently playing once a week, doubling this can make a huge difference!
Let’s Make 2025 Your Year on the Court
Whether you’re smashing forehands, perfecting your serve, or just enjoying the game, a winning routine is all about consistency. Start small, build your momentum and remember to celebrate your progress along the way.
What’s your tennis routine for 2025? Drop me a comment or tag me on Instagram @TennisTom, I’d love to hear about it!
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