Court Control: Strength and Agility Drills That Boost Your Pickleball Game

Strong legs and quick feet often separate good players from great ones. By incorporating strength and agility training into your weekly routine, you’ll move faster, react quicker, and reduce the risk of injury.

Agility Drills:

• Ladder drills: Use a speed ladder or mark one with tape. Work lateral footwork.

• Cone sprints: Sprint and shuffle between cones to simulate court movement.

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Strength Workouts:

• Bodyweight squats and lunges: Build lower-body stability.

• Planks and Russian twists: Improve core control.

• Resistance band exercises: Great for shoulder and hip stability.

Start small—2x per week can transform your agility and endurance on the court.