Episode 14: Footwork, Mobility, Speed vs Conditioning, and Much More (With Trevor McPherson)
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Trevor McPherson shares in depth how he manages the various aspects of training a tennis player. He talks about the importance of the assessment in identifying issues that can slow down how a player moves on the court. Coach McPherson goes into footwork, mobility, speed vs conditioning, and so much more.  
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