How To Measure Tennis Grip?
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How To Measure Tennis Grip? You have three options for measuring your tennis grip size. The first is to use a ruler.
Introduction
The size of a tennis grip is very important. A grip that is too small can cause the player to lose control of the racket, while a grip that is too large can make it difficult to swing the racket. In order to find the right grip size, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind. The first is the width of your hand. The second is the length of your fingers. And the third is the type of racket you will be using.
The Three Main Types of Tennis Grips
Tennis grips are how a player holds the racquet while they play. There are three main types of tennis grips: the Continental Grip, the Eastern Grip, and the Western Grip. Each type of grip has its own unique benefits and drawbacks. The Continental grip is the most popular grip among professional players because it provides the most control. The Eastern grip is more comfortable for some players and provides more power. The Western grip is most commonly used for serve and volley players because it gives more ability to put spin on the ball.
The Continental Grip
The Continental grip is the most popular tennis grip. It is used on all strokes but is most commonly used for service and backhand strokes. To execute a Continental grip, place your hand on the tennis racket so that the base knuckle of your index finger is on bevel two. Your thumb should be next to your middle finger (as opposed to being wrapped around the racket). The V formed by your thumb and index finger should point towards the bottom of the racket head. This grip provides a good balance of control and power and can be used on all strokes.
The Eastern Grip
The Eastern Grip is the most popular grip for modern tennis players. With this grip, you hold the racket in your right hand and position your hand so that your thumb and first two fingers are wrapped around the bevel at the bottom of the racket head. This grip is good for topspin and forehand strokes.
The Western Grip
Popularized by Jimmy Connors, the Western grip is used on forehands and backhands. To execute a Western grip, place your index knuckle on bevel two of the racket. For a right-handed player, the Western grip is positioned in the lower right-hand corner of the racket. For a left-handed player, it’s in the lower left-hand corner. The Western grip is often used by players who hit flat shots with little spin.
How To Measure Tennis Grip?
Tennis grip size is one of the most important factors in choosing a racket. It is also one of the most overlooked. Many players simply use the grip size that came with their racket. This is a mistake. The size of your grip has a big impact on your game. A grip that is too small will cause you to miss-hit the ball. A grip that is too large will make it difficult to control your shots. The best way to find the right grip size is to measure your hand.
The Continental Grip
The continental grip is the most popular grip for serving and rallying. To find this grip, start with the bevels horizontal and hold the racket in the fingers, not the palm. The base knuckle of the index finger should be on bevel one. For a right-handed player, the V formed by the thumb and index finger should point toward the right hip; for a lefty, it should point toward the left hip.
The Eastern Grip
To measure your grip for an Eastern Grip, hold the racket in your hand so that the bevels point to the ground (as shown in the photo below). You should be able to see 4 bevels.
Now, take the index finger of your free hand and insert it between the space created by your thumb and first 2 fingers on your racket hand.
You are now ready to take a grip measurement. Using a ruler or a tape measure, start from the middle of your palm (where your palm meets your wrist) and measure to the tip of your index finger.
See photo below for clarification:
The Western Grip
If you were to ask 100 tennis coaches how they would teach a grip to a new student, the vast majority would have the student start with a “western” grip. The western grip is so named because it was popularized by players from Western Europe and the United States. A western grip allows for a lot of different strokes, from topspin forehands to backhand slice, while still being comfortable for the average player. To take a western grip, simply place the base knuckle of your index finger on bevel #2 of the racket handle (for righties bevel #2 is on the left side of the racket, for lefties bevel #2 is on the right side).
Conclusion
To summarize, there are three main ways to measure your tennis grip: (1) using a grip size chart, (2) measuring your hand with a ruler, or (3) using a tennis grip measurement tool. Each method has its own pros and cons, so it’s important to choose the one that’s right for you. Whichever method you choose, be sure to measure your grip regularly to ensure that it remains comfortable and effective.
