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Better Badminton : The Power of 4

For any player who plays badminton, its always a dream for him to able to improve how he
plays and eventually become a better player. Regardless if you are a beginner, intermediate or
an advance level player, improving the way you play is always a continuous and on going
process of learning in Badminton that every player needs to go through in order to upgrade
themselves.
Discussing in regards about how one can improve the way he plays is a vast topic and the inputs
available are a lot. Since the information available in hand are a lot, it can become dilute to
understand what's the core element that the player needs to emphasize first as a starting point
before gradually learn more about how he can improve how he plays badminton.
Like any quality improvement process, without proper guidance, whatever correct input
available, the output will eventually will be incorrect. In referring this to Badminton, regardless
whatever theory in hands that you have on how you can improve the way you play but then,
without the correct guidance on how to transform that information to proper practical
knowledge, the results will eventually will be incorrect and you will not improve much.
Therefore, having a trained coach, an experienced mentor or a player can help very much.
What are the priority information in becoming a better player that you need to emphasize:
1. Better Badminton : The power of 4
The 4 elements that you need to seriously learn and master are:
a. The power of Fitness
b. The power of Proper Footwork
c. The power of Correct Technique
d. The power of Strong Mental

a. The power of Fitness

Its extremely important in Badminton that you are always fit be it playing or training. The
importance of fitness is very important as it plays an important role on how you can improve
because:

- By being fit, you will have the physical ability to continuously learn properly
- By being fit, you will have the mental ability to continuously learn properly
b. The power of Proper Footwork
The role of footwork in badminton is extremely important since every strokes you do, require
you to make few steps of footwork FIRST. Without able to initiate a proper footwork, it simply
to say that you WILL NOT ABLE TO POSITION YOURSELF PROPERLY TO EXECUTE THE CORRECT
STROKES ( and don't blame your racket for this if it happens).
c. The power of Correct Technique.
The application of the correct technique while executing any strokes is extremely important
since without knowing the knowledge of the correct technique and also the correct application
of such knowledge will eventually leads to unsatisfactory hits. The application of such correct
technique is so important because by combining it with the proper footwork movements, the
impact of the strokes unload will be solid thus making the chance for it to be a winning strokes
higher.
d. The power of Strong Mental
The psychology in Badminton has an important role as part of the process of learning to
become a better player. Having a strong mental in Badminton in very important because:
- It influence one's self confidence.
- It influence the thought of making the right decision
- It influence the way we properly strategies our game play
- It influence the Physical strength
Having a strong and correct mental attitude will create a stronger character inside a player
mind that able him to impose the will to play confidently regardless with who he plays with.

The Art of Badminton Deception - Hold

and Hit
Performing a well executed deception can be used both as a useful strategy and part of your
several "shots bank" that can give you the winning edge while playing. As valid as executing
other shots such as a smash or drops, it also makes how we see badminton beautifully played
since it a technical skills that is an art by itself.
Deception 1 - Hold and Hit
1. Intro
Arguably among the most common deception used, the hold and hit type deception can be a
lethal maneuver by itself if executed well. The "hit" portion can either end as a flick or net (if
you're retrieving the shuttlecock as a net play) or a drive or drop (if you're retrieving the
shuttlecock as a drive shot) depends on where your opponents reacts and moves. Its the
combination of both "hold", that makes your opponent mind thinks it is going to be hit at that
particular shot hence reacts to it and the "hit" portion where the direction of the shuttlecock
upon hitting it will go to the opposite direction that act as a deceptive moves that eventually
leaves your opponent stranded. One recent maneuver was performed by Peter Gade yesterday
against a Japanese player, Yamada in this year WC.
2. Type
The "hold" and "hit" deception has two type of maneuver, the back swing follow through and
no back swing follow through. These two different type exist because it is referring to the
different technique applied in its "hold" component. This thread will only concentrate on
teaching the "back swing follow through" "hold" and "hit" type of deception since this is the
most difficult and among the most deceptive shot available.
3. "Hold" and " Hit" - The back swing follow through
3.1 Components
The differences between the back swing follow through and no back swing follow through is at
its "hold" component since it requires for the player to extend the forearm as like retrieving the
shots but then, there are no immediate "contact/hit" perform yet. This is because the player
needs to do a reverse movements or back swing of his forearm as to allow a synchronize
movements backwards of the racket head in refer to the shuttlecock to create a time frame
delay before hitting the shuttlecock at the last possible moments. The no back swing follow

through will have minimal or no back swing movement and the time frame delay will be more
shorter.

3.2 Technique
This deception has 4 phase which include preparation, the hold phase - retrieving, the hold
phase - back swing follow through and finally the hit phase. Below is the diagram of all the
phases and the explanation on what are techniques to executed them.

a. Preparation
- Always hold the racket head level high. By doing this, you can address/retrieve the shuttlecock
earlier and to make enough room for your forearm to extend.
b. Hold - Retrieving
- Extend your forearm as like your going to address the shuttlecock to hit it but don't hit it yet.
The earlier you address is better since it will make more room for you to perform a back swing
later.* As mention earlier, it is important also at this point to be clearly aware where is your
opponent positioned.
c. Hold - back swing follow through

* This is the most tricky part as you need to have a good coordination to synchronize the
forearm back swing movement with the shuttlecock travel trajectory together with the split
second awareness where is your opponents position and his movements.
- Do a reverse movement of your forearm/a back swing of your racket and synchronize its
movement together with the speed and direction of the shuttlecock . This back swing action
together with the shuttlecock movement and the wait to hit the shuttlecock until the last
moment will in fact create the delay.
- At the same time, coordinate this movement together with a clear awareness on where is
your opponent moves.
- The deceptive moves depends hugely on the amount of delay performed. The more room in
performing a back swing will results in a more longer delay to hit the shuttle thus making your
opponents clueless to where your going to hit it and at the same time will give you enough time
to observe his reaction towards how you address the shuttlecock. This is why you need to
address the shuttlecock earlier.
d. The Hit
- Once your opponent has react on how you address the shuttlecock and at the same time, you
are also clearly aware where is your opponent moves, then at this last moment, you hit the
shuttlecock to any opposite direction leaving your opponent possibly strande

Basic Badminton Rules

Basic badminton rules keep things simple. A net set up in the yard, everybody with a racquet,
those ball thingies that look like overgrown mosquitoes. Follow along.
The Toss
Hockey has the puck drop, basketball the tipoff, badminton-the toss. The toss shall be
conducted before the game starts, with the winner choosing between serving first or what side
you'd like to receive the opening serve from. This is similar to the volley in ping-pong, with the
results mirroring those of American football.
Scorin'
A match consists of the best of three games. In doubles and men's singles, the first side to score
15 points wins the game, while in women's singles, the first side to score 11 points wins. If the
score tied at 14 in a men's game, or 10 in a women's, the side which first reached that number
can pick between continuing the game to 15 (or 11, for women) or to set the game to 17 (13 for
women). The scoring can be one of the more complicated aspects of basic badminton rules. The
side that wins a game serves first in the next one, and only the serving side can add a point to
its score. Players must change ends after finishing the first game. If a third game was to be
played, change ends when the leading score reaches 6 in a game of 11 points or 8 in a game of
15 points.
Single Rules
Players serve from, and receive in, the right service court when one of the players has scored an
even number of points in that game. Thusly, players serve from, and receive in the left service
court when a player has scored an odd number of points in that game. Players then alternate
hitting the shuttle until a fault is made or the shuttle goes out of play. If the a player makes a
fault or the shuttle goes out of play, the opponent scores a point and serves again from the
alternate service court. No points are awarded when a player makes a fault or the shuttle goes
out of play because it touches the surface of his/her side of court-however, the serve goes to
the opponent.
Double Rules
At the start of the game or change of serve, the serve should be made from the right service
court. Only the opponent standing diagonally opposite of the server shall return. If his/her
partner touched or hit the shuttle, it shall be a fault and the serving side scores a point. After

the service is returned, either player from the serving side can hit the shuttle from any position
on their side of the net. Then either player from the opposing side may do the same.
Faults
The main faults of badminton are the following: If the shuttle lands outside the boundaries of
the court, passes through or under the net, fail to pass the net, touches the ceiling or side walls,
touches the person or dress of a player or touches any other object or person.

Perfect Your Badminton Skills

Badminton skills are crucial. Considering badminton's popularity in a variety of arenas-colleges,
family homes, vacation resorts-it's likely that at some point you have learned the basics of
badminton. If you're competitive though, and like to win, you may want to perfect your
badminton skills. Here are some things you can do to perfect your game.
When perfecting your badminton skills, you should focus on a few areas. These include your
overall speed, stroke, hand and eye coordination and footwork. When working on these skills,
make sure you do them over and over again until you are comfortable and ready to move on.
Perfecting these individual skills will in turn perfect your badminton game.
To improve your speed and footwork at the same time, try putting shuttles on their sides in all
corners of the badminton court. Run as quickly as you can to turn them upright. This will
improve your speed as well as coordination. (It's hard to bend down and focus on such a task
while running!)
Working on your stroke is essentially a matter of practice. You have to consistently play,
alternating the stroke you use. One way to perfect your stroke is to have somebody toss
shuttles at you. This will give you a more direct chance at hitting the shuttle, which you can
then transfer to the badminton court.
Some badminton experts suggest practicing your stroke in front of a mirror. This can be useful
in showing you what you're doing wrong. However, if you're not an experienced badminton
player, you may not even realize what you're doing wrong. In this case it's a good idea to ask for
help from somebody with more badminton under their belt.
You can also have somebody feed shuttles to different areas of the court at different heights,
which will allow you to work on individual strokes without the competitiveness and of a
badminton game.
Other strategies used include half-court singles badminton, which involves two players
competing on half a court. This makes the game faster, requiring greater accuracy and speed.
Some people choose to play King of the Court, where one player takes on multiple players (one
at a time) for fewer points. This varies the game being played against you and gives you
consistent fresh competition. The winner takes on the next competitor.

About Badminton
Badminton is a relatively unknown sport to most. Though they know it exists, many people
don't understand the rules of the game and how it's played. The roots of badminton can be
traced back four centuries, and it is one of the most popular sports in Asia.
The first sport that is known to be related to badminton was called "Hanetsuki" and was played
in Japan in the 1500s. A similar game called "Poona" was played two centuries later in India,
where British soldiers discovered it and brought it back to Europe. Badminton as we know it
was born in England in the 1870s. The basic rules of the sport have gone virtually unchanged
since then. Though it has been played both recreationally and in competition in the United
States, the dominant players have traditionally come from Asian countries, with the Chinese
considered the best.
Identification
The sport of badminton features a rectangular court with a width of 20 feet and a length of 44
feet. The court is divided horizontally into two equal sections by a net that stands 61 inches off
the floor. Each player uses a badminton racket, which is far lighter than tennis rackets and
feature a thinner handle. The players hit a cone-shaped shuttlecock, which is also referred to as
a birdie. The shuttlecocks have a cork base and a nylon skirt, which slows the pace of them
when struck.
Badminton can be played either as singles or doubles. The winner of a game must score 21
points, which can be earned either by the serving team or the team recieving serve. The first
team to win two games wins the match. In a rally, the server and her opponent stand on
opposite sides of the net. The server strikes the shuttlecock over the net and the players take
turns trying to return it inbounds. Each shot must be struck before it hits the ground. The first
player who fails to do so loses the point.
Considerations
The basic shots in badminton are the same as in tennis. Players can use the forehand or
backhand, though the latter is generally more of a defensive shot because it is difficult to strike
with a great deal of velocity. Overheads are also used, particularly close to the net, in an
attempt to smash the shuttlecock into a spot not occupied by the opposing player. Overheads
are best hit on the forehand side for greater force.
Geography

Olympic badminton is a big deal in Asia, but not in other areas of the world.
The premier badminton players in the world are almost exclusively Asian. Since badminton was
introduced as an Olympic sport in Barcelona, Spain, in 1992, a total of 76 medals have been
awarded. Asian countries have won 69 of those medals. Of the 24 gold medals earned during
that time period, the countries of China, Indonesia and South Korea have won 23 of them. The
only other nation to earn a gold medal in badminton is Denmark. Though the game is played
professionally in other parts of the world, it is given far more emphasis in Asia.
Theories/Speculation
One reason for the relative differences in emphasis on badminton as a primary sport is that
other sports have taken precedence in certain parts of the world. Soccer and basketball are
considered far more important in Europe and South America. Sports such as badminton take a
back seat to such sports as baseball, football, track and volleyball in the United States. China
and other Asian nations have traditionally placed more emphasis on what Americans and
Europeans generally consider to be fringe sports, such as badminton or table tennis.

JOURNAL
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Badminton: Lee says Japan Open on

priority list
Badminton's world number one, Malaysia's Lee Chong Wei, said Tuesday he has been selective
about his competition schedule despite worries at home that he has been playing too much.
"Indeed, I have been playing in so many tournaments," the 30-year-old said in Tokyo on the eve
of the $200,000 Japan Open, the eighth leg in the 12-round World Superseries.
"But I have adjusted the number of tournaments I play," he said through an interpreter, noting
that he skipped the last Superseries event, the $250,000 China Masters in Changzhou last week.
"As I have said every year, the Japan Open is the most important tournament for me as it is an
event of my biggest sponsor," he said, referring to a Japanese sportswear and gear maker.
Lee, who has already won the Opens in South Korea, Malaysia,India and Indonesia, is going for
a record fourth Japan Open men's singles title.
Then he will have a two-week stint in the Chinese Super League for Guangzhou before taking
part in the remaining four Superseries events in Denmark,France, Hong Kong and China (China
Open?.
"I am at my peak for this tournament," Lee said. "I will work hard to win again, living up to the
reputation of the defending champion."
Lee will meet world number two Chen Long of China in the Japan Open final, if both sweep all
before them in their blocks of the event.
At their last clash Chen beat Lee in the All-England final in March.
Lee was stretchered from the court during last month's world championships final against his
archrival, China's Lin Dan, with cramp and dehydration.
Badminton officials at home urged him afterwards to cut down his schedule.
"He should not participate in too many tournaments," said Zolkples Embong, Malaysia's
national sports council director-general, adding that Lee should focus on the 2016 Olympics and
next year's Asian Games.
But Lee, still without a world or Olympic title despite consistently topping the rankings, went on
to play several matches in the lucrative new Indian Badminton League in late August.

Lightweight Badminton Rackets Provide

Better Control
The kind of racket you choose defines theplaying style and some attributes of badminton
rackets are more conducive to hitting controlled smashes. Therefore before you purchase
anyracquet for yourself, determine your playing style. Lightweight rackets provide better
control, while the ones that have more weight are appropriate for power players. So, the
weight of the racquet is an important characteristic that helps you play the perfect smashes.
You can also customize the rackets available in the market as per your convenience. For
instance, you can change the grip or restring the racquet head to play finest smashes. All
badminton players should tailor their equipment, as per their playing style.
The weight of your racquet: Heavier racquets are just right for power smashes, while the lighter
ones allow you to have a better control. So, you must check the weight of the racquet that
you're purchasing. Lightweight, high-propulsion rackets built for better control are suitable for
beginners. However, experienced players can pick heavier models. So whenever you are in the
market to purchase the latest racket for yourself, consider its weight as it is the most important
characteristic for taking your game to another level.
Head shape: One can choose teardrop or isometric racket, as per his playing style. Isometric
racquets provide better control, as they have a shorter main string for players seeking a tighter
feel. Teardrop frames however are more bouncy and these wide body rackets are specially
designed for power players.
String tension: For improved control, high tension strings are considered right as the
shuttlecock gets a stable base in the form of tight spring bed. These kinds of rackets are suitable
for those who want to place their smashes at the exact position. Some players, instead like to
play with rackets that have a lighter string tension that help them rest the shuttlecock on their
racket for a longer time, thereby helping them play their shots differently. The make of the
string such as its width also affects your playing style, so have a look at the string composition
while you select the best racket for yourself.
Balancing point: The racket's balance point is the point where it rests on your fingers and it is
measured from the handle toward the shaft. Select a high balance point racket for more power
or choose lower balance point racquet for having better control.
Shaft: Flexible shafts are appropriate for beginners, as they can get better control on their
smashes. Experienced players, on the other hand, should prefer stiffer shafts for delivering

more powerful smashes. You can customize your racket grip, string tension, and other balance
point, but not its stiffness. So, make a perfect choice.

Consider these important factors to choose the tailor-made badminton rackets for yourself.
Enjoy your game with the best racquet!Take your game to another level with the best racket.
Choose something that suits your playing style. Your badminton equipment should be tailored
as per your needs so that you give your best performance, on and off the field.
Besides being a famous author, Sudeep used to be a renowned badminton player for over a
decade. He played some fantastic games for his team and therefore he likes to give his expert
advice on how to choose the right badminton rackets and other equipment.

The Benefits of Badminton And The

Methords of Playing Badminton
Badminton is popular with young and old. You can play in the yard or in the street, or athletic
field. Badminton is not only a body-building but also a recreation.You can play with your
family,friends and partners in the yard of your home.It can exercise body and lose weight.It is a
good sport to keep fit.
Before playing you should prepare sports equipment.Some shuttlecocks,a pair of racquets.You
should set up a net in the middle of the court,40 feet long and 20 feet wide.Badminton can
exercise one's sensitivity and harmony.It is fit for young and old.The amount of exercise should
be according to one's age, physique,motor level and environment of court.Juvenile and children
can consider it a mean of promoting growing and increasing body function.The time should be
forty to fifty minutes.A good amount can promote Juvenile and children grow taller.It can
educate the good mental quality of confidence,brave and decisive.It is health care and recovery
for the old and weakers.The amount of exercise can be small.It can last for twenty to thirty
minutes.They achieve the aim of perspiring and stretching the joints,strengthening the function
of cardiovascular and nervous system.It can prevent the disease of cardiovascular and nervous
system.Children can treat it as active recreation.They can run and jump in the sun.They can use
the racquets hitting the shuttlecocks.They can learn not fall behind,not afraid of difficulty.If you
have flexible and powerful wrist,it is benefit to you.Many movements in the game rely on your
powerful wrist.Whether proceeding the well-regulate competition and common bodybuilding,it needs the footstep to move,leap, turn and swing.Playing badminton can reduce
blood fat and blood sugar.It can educate fair and square style.We can realize the feeling of
successful and failure.It can educate the spirit of team.
The match requires you setting up a net in the middle of the court.You should hit the
shuttlecock flying towards you.The aim is to cross the net.If the shuttlecock hit the floor board
in the boundary and the opponents can't get,the servers can get one score.If the shuttlecock
drops outside the boundary,the servers can get one score.If the shuttlecock is caught by the
net,the severs lose one score.The competition can be divided into singles,doubles and mixed
doubles.Who gets twenty-one first is the winner.You must succeed two out of three
courts,then you are winner. If you are a beginner,you should ask a proficient partner to teach
you.You can't choose a windy weather,because the wind can blow the shuttlecock.It can be
difficult to play.At the beginning you can't serve a ball,but the partner may bear.He also bears
you not receive the ball.Maybe time after time you can't receive the ball,and you will be
upset.If you can persist in,you will make progress next time.The technique and feeling are

important.If you and partner are friendly,you can cooperate well.Make effort to hit the
shuttlecock in front of you.Don't hold the racquet tightly,in order to play the role of the power
of wrist.
People will have a good body shape if they often practise.Badminton is a competitive sport all
over the world. People play badminton in the open air.International championship tournament
are held in many countries every year.Our country has many excellent badminton athletes.They
have won honour for our country.It is a good sport to play regularly.

Badminton Training Sports

Badminton is widely known as a cardiovascular exercise and also a limb muscle developer.
However, aside from development, but adding the necessary handicap rules and equipment,
one can also improve his/her muscular strength by playing the sport.
Fusion of badminton and weight training has been innovated by some individuals who would
like to maintain their muscular stability at the same time play the sport with the company of
friends. Depending on the body part the doer targets to enhance, several methods are used in
order to achieve target goal. Players targeting for utmost development of lower limb muscles
put on weights on both their legs to train themselves harder. Such would result the player to
have bigger leg muscles, which should enable them to jump higher and sprint faster during a
typical game.
Weight training in badminton accelerates one's skill in playing the sport. However, such
techniques should be first consulted to coaches before implementation to avoid injuries.
The history of badminton is outlying supplementary interesting than you would visualize. It is
named after Badminton House, where the game was first played in England in the year of
1850s. If you still have no idea about what badminton is, it is like a tennis sports on the other
hand, tennis is played using a round yellow, bouncy ball while badminton is played using a
shuttlecock, that was made from cock feather. Significant knowledge on how to play badminton
is a useful expertise to have. When you watch some professional badminton game, you can not
expect because it contains more action and unbelievable speed of playing. It is more fun if you
can participate those professional tournaments.

Things to Check Before Choosing a

Badminton Racket
Badminton is one of the most popular games amid kids, youngsters, and adults. It is that one
game which has been played as well as enjoyed by almost everyone in their childhood or life at
least once. Some play it for fun, some play it for fitness, and others want to be a professional
player. But, whether, you play a game just for the fun, to be fit or because of any other reason,
the right gear is very important, if you want to take your game to the next level or be a
professional player. The selection of the right badminton racket will make a serious and
remarkable difference to your game. This guide will give you thorough information about
badminton rackets that help you choose the perfect gear for yourself. The parts and details, you
should know about a badminton racket are a head, shaft, grip, and t-point. Here, will discuss
about all these in details.
Badminton Racket Head -The head of the badminton rackets comes in many different shapes
like oval, square, diamond, teardrop or many others. The shape of the gear may affect the feel
of the racket. Diamond shaded rackets have longer strings that provide the more bounce. The
standard or square shape rackets have shorter strings that make it tighter or stiff. If you want to
add more power to your game, choose the racket with wider frame.
Badminton Racket Shaft - The important thing that helps you check the flexes of the stroke is
the racket shaft. The racket shaft commands the racket arches during the stroke. While
selecting a great, check the racket shaft for more power and control. If you want to add power
to your game, choose flexible shaft. But, if you want better control for the shot, then choose
the stiffer shaft. Always remember, longer shaft provides more flexibility and shorter shafts
make you feel stiffer.
Badminton Racket Grip - The grip and size of the badminton rackets depend on the preference
of the player. Actually, there is no standard size slab for the rackets; it varies according to the
liking of the player. Some prefer bigger grip and others prefer smaller grip. Just pick the one
that suits your game and with you feel comfortable. Later, you can add additional over grips to
stiffen the grip. Most of the rackets have a standard G4sized grip. The rackets are specially
designed for the players with smaller hands that come in a G5 sized grip.
Badminton Racket Strings - Today, there are several different kinds of strings available for
badminton racket, such as nylon, natural gut, etc. Nylon strings are more popular than natural
gut or any other string. Moreover, the improvement of technology has also increased the
quality and playability.

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