The primary power and strength in a forehand come from the shoulder—not from the hand or the arm. It’s the shoulder that initiates the stroke along with the hips. At that precise moment, they MUST be aligned on the same plane.

When preparing for the forehand, it’s very important to create a “V” shape between the back leg and the hips.

Great forehands come from the shoulder that enters and rotates on the ball.

At impact, the left arm reacts and contracts against the body. This is the principle of Action and Reaction with the right arm.

The Phases of the Forehand: