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Jason McAlister
Greetings! Let me first take this opportunity to say what a pleasure it is to have been brought on to work with the Orange County Grand Prix. It's exciting and I look forward to what the future holds. I know a few of you but I also look forward to meeting many more of the players that make up the Grand Prix circuit. My experience in the athletic and training world entails a variety of sports as well as many different types of clients with a multitude of different personal goals. Anything from the typical housewife looking to shed a few pounds to the experienced-athletic C.E.O. who would like to become a full-distance Ironman Triathlete. I've been a tennis player for the majority of my life and within the past few years have embarked on triathlons and Ultra endurance races. My knowledge and training methods not only enhance an athlete's performance and ability but they will also prevent injuries and increase the likelihood of future results and improvement. Feel free to call or e-mail me at anytime with any questions or comments that may arise. For further health and training related info or athletic performance facts check out my site at www.dsnnow.com. See you on the courts!

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by Jason McAlister


Weight Training
by Jerry Smith

Q: What are the best exercises regarding weight training to help give me more pace on my serve?

A: Thanks for the question Jerry, and a great one I might add! There are many things one can do to improve the pace on their serve.It's all about the wrist and the shoulder. For your wrist and forearm practice throwing a football or a weighted throwing ball. Doing that is the same motion one uses while "snapping" the wrist during a serve. For the shoulders you have a few choices. "Shoulder Presses" are great if you have access to a barbell or "Arnold Presses" if you have dumbells. If you do not have access to weights or a gym than basic "push-ups" are also a very simple, effective, and convenient exercise to icrese your shoulder strength. These are the simplest and most effective exercises you can do for now to begin seeing an increased pace in your serve. Good Luck and keep me posted with your results!

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