With Wimbledon rolling around again and more people enjoying sports like padel and pickleball, racket sports have never been more popular. They're fun, social, and a key driver of longevity, according to a study published just last year.
You might think you need a strong upper body for smashing all of those aces over the net, but strong legs and core are just as important when on the court. Isla Smith, Les Mills global assessor and LTA coach education tutor, says tennis “requires excellent connection between lower and upper body”.
