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Trust your muscle memory to execute shots effortlessly from "summary" of The Inner Game of Tennis (50th Anniversary Edition) by W. Timothy Gallwey
When you hit a shot in tennis, the only way to succeed is to swing the racket freely and without interference. This means trusting that your body knows how to hit the shot instinctively, without having to consciously control every movement. Your muscles have a memory of how to hit the ball effectively, and it is this memory that you need to rely on during a match. When you doubt your muscle memory and try to control your shots consciously, you are likely to tense up and make mistakes. This interference with your natural abilities can lead to missed shots and frustration on the court. To avoid this, you must learn to trust your body to execute shots effortlessly, without overthinking every movement. By letting go of the need to control every aspect of your game, you allow yourself to p...
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