It’s ideal for versatile players seeking versatility in their game.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nYou know, a well-balanced racket reduces the risk of injuries, such as epicondylitis, by better distributing the effort during shots. For more experienced players, you should decide whether you want to complement or reinforce your strengths, looking for a racket that complements you or<\/strong> on the other hand, also helps you reinforce those areas where you are weaker<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor example, if you are a control player where you use the tray a lot and place it where you want but hitting is not your strong point, you have two options, you reinforce yourself by looking for a racket that further enhances this skill, opting for a more rounded racket with a wide sweet spot and a balance leaning more towards the hand or you go for a diamond-type racket, more head-heavy, which precisely enhances shots above the head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Physical Condition and Racket Weight<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you have good muscle strength in your arm and wrist, you can handle heavier rackets, which will give you more power in your shots. However, if you suffer from injuries or have less strength, a lighter racket will be more suitable to avoid overloads and strains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For players with previous injuries, such as tendinitis or epicondylitis, it is crucial to opt for a weight that does not worsen the condition. A racket that is too heavy can increase the risk of injuries, while one that is too light may require more effort to control the ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nTIP: For normal conditions, we can use this rule: Racket weight = 295 + our weight. So if we weigh 70 kilos, we can easily handle a 365 gr racket.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nIt is important to evaluate your endurance and physical capacity before choosing the weight of your racket. A racket well adapted to your physical condition not only improves your performance on the court but also allows you to play without pain and enjoy the game more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Bonus: How to Customize Weight<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf we are struggling to move the ball with power or want to modify the weight, we have several options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Lead or tungsten strips<\/strong>: this is a metal of high density and hardness that we can place on our racket thanks to its adhesive. They usually come in packages of 10g divided into 4 strips of 2.5g. Our recommendation is to add them gradually so that it is easier for you to find your ideal weight. You can add these strips either on the upper frame of the racket, making it more head-heavy, or on the heart, where it will lower the balance a bit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Add several overgrips<\/strong>: each overgrip is about 7g, so it also modifies the weight and makes the balance lean more towards the handle, this will also affect the grip, so you should also take it into account.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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