The Harkleroad Backhand - Post Birth

When I read that Ashley was making her comeback to professional tennis at the Miami Nasdaq this Spring, I thought I would feature her in a blog! The last time she played there, she was on an absolute tear, making 4th round of both Miami and Indian Wells.
I always liked watching [...]

Rotational Core Strength

For golfers and tennis players, rotational core power is a must. The stronger you are in this department, the harder, farther, and more consistent you can hit the ball. If you are looking to lose weight and burn fat, this one can raise your metabolism because you are working so many [...]

Tennis Tip: Approach and Volley with OU’s Coach Silviu

During my week at Oklahoma University I had the privilege to spend a lot of time on the court with the tennis team. There is no doubt in my mind that these boys will be getting better and better due to the very top notch coaching from John Roddick and Silviu Tanasoiu.
In [...]

Agility Drill of the Week - Lateral Med Ball Shuffle

This week’s Agility Drill of the Week is the Lateral Med Ball Shuffle and it is demonstrated by no other than Tennis Phenom, Ashley Harkleroad of Malibu, CA.
I had a chance to work with Ashley off and on over the years and I have to preface this video viewing with letting you know [...]

The Offense Defense Drill

Here is our tennis drill of the week and it is called Offense/Defense.
Here is Robby Ginepri at The Olde Towne Racquet Club, in Atlanta GA.
The objective of the drill is to work on pounding balls consistently to one corner of the court.
After you hit a forceful shot, more often [...]

White Shadow Readies for Youzny

Kendo and I arrived in D.C. late Friday night and got things cooking in the gym the following morning. A light tennis workout with Kevin Kim in the afternoon and some strength training afterwards, was all we did on Saturday. Rob was still a bit banged up from last week and his [...]

So Cal Juniors Ready for Sectionals

Just completed a great session with Spencer Simon and Campbell Johnson, both from Southern California.
The boys are getting ready to start doubles tomorrow, and singles qualifying on Sunday.
Today we did a light workout in the gym which included some strength training, plyometrics, core work, and agility speed work.
On [...]

First Day of Training Camp Underway in Malibu

Greetings from Malibu, CA, where Pisani Training is camping out for the next week and a half.
Back in action is former world number 39, Ashley Harkleroad. After giving birth just 2 months ago to little Charles Adams the 4th, Ashley is back on the court and in the gym, getting ready for team tennis [...]

Kendrick’s Groundies

Rob showed in Paris that he can play on the dirt, by taking out a European Clay Courter from Germany, Daniel Brands.
I hope you enjoy this never before seen footage of White Shadow!

Forehand - The Importance of Shoulders and Hip Rotation

In this rare, never before seen video, Tennis Professional, Aaron “Slotchy” Webster, talks about his interpretation of the forehand groundstroke and how the shoulders and hips play a huge roll in it.
He shows the importance of having a strong core throughout the entire body. He also points out how pivoting [...]