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Table Tennis Basic Strokes - Forehand Loop Against Push

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Middle of Follow Through

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Middle of Follow Through

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The ball has been struck, and the player is in the middle of his follow through.

Points to look for:

  • The knees and torso have continued to push upwards, as part of the upward motion of the swing.
  • The playing arm has bent at the elbow, so that the tip of the racket is now pointing upwards. This is the motion called the 'salute'.
  • The hips, waist and shoulders have continued to turn back towards the left.
  • The free arm has continued to move upwards to help maintain balance.

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