Having played baseball for several years, what are some ways to systematically improve my badminton skills?
Some amateur badminton enthusiasts have been playing "wild games" for five or six years, but they’ve barely improved—their technique remains unorthodox. Yet, they feel it’s probably too late to start making meaningful corrections now. Is there really no way to turn things around?
Of course there is a way! You just need perseverance! Simply follow the systematic, scientific approach to training—and you’ll succeed.
First, have enough confidence in yourself. Since you’ve already recognized your weaknesses in terms of movement and are determined to improve, here’s a little advice for you:
1. If you want to break free from the grip and swing patterns you’ve developed over the past five or six years, start by practicing the swing in its individual components, paying close attention to each step of the four breakdown movements. It’s even better if you can practice while looking in a mirror—it’ll help you refine your technique more effectively.
2. Once you’ve mastered the individual swing components, combine two of the four breakdown movements into one—keeping breakdown movement one separate from movements two, three, and four. Ideally, hold a shuttlecock in mid-air as a reference point, adjusting your hitting position so the ball is just out of reach. This will help you fine-tune your timing and impact zone.
3. Once your technique is set, practice high clear shots diligently. A new beginning will slowly unfold from here!
4. Most importantly, whether the changes turn out well or not depends entirely on this—so absolutely no playing during the adjustment period! A bit harsh, huh? Hehe! No playing at all!
With confidence and perseverance, you can improve. The key is how much you want it!
1. Watch more badminton videos and technical materials, and repeatedly imitate, practice, and internalize various movements. Pay special attention to replicating the "stance and mental attitude" of professional players. First, aim for an overall resemblance and a "spiritual connection," then strive for continuous improvement—only this approach will help you progress faster.
2. Please seek guidance from an expert (preferably a professional).
3. When imitating and practicing, make sure to forget any of your own incorrect movements. Keep your body relaxed and focus entirely on performing the correct technique. You can start with slower, more deliberate motions—once you’ve mastered them, you can gradually pick up the pace.
4. If possible, record your own movements and then compare them with the correct ones.
5. When starting to practice a move, it’s better to miss or perform it inaccurately—better yet, even if it means losing a practice match—than to let yourself slip into sloppy, uncontrolled movements!
6. You can correct each movement in stages. The simple idea is that rather than spending your entire life unable to perform more refined movements—thus preventing yourself from advancing and missing out on greater enjoyment—it’s better to commit to focused practice for a specific period (the length of which will depend on your understanding, dedication, and physical abilities: anywhere from 1 to 6 months).
Once you can naturally execute the proper techniques, you’re bound to see rapid improvement. By then, you’ll unlock a level of enjoyment that’s currently beyond your grasp.
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