Here’s what I try to achieve week after week as I strive to become a level 5 padel player. Technical Training 3x with a padel coach on court (I rotate between 3/4 coaches) 4 hours reading padel books or watching video tutorials 3 hours watching pro padel matches Physical Training 3x strength training with PT […]

Here are a few videos of exercises you can try to improve your reaction times in padel. This is a crucial aspect of your game so it is important that you train it. While important, keep in mind that there are more important things, such as better general physical preparation, technical skills, and tactical awareness. […]

I recently invested in a TENS/EMS machine, mostly to aid in my recovery between padel and physical training sessions. I’ve used such machines during physiotherapy sessions before, but until recently I assumed that they belong in the physio room and that as an athlete I couldn’t get one to use in the comfort of my […]

Applying ice or heat can provide relief from injuries, aches, and pains, but they shouldn’t be used interchangeably. Generally speaking, ice works well after a sudden injury while heat helps to soothe ongoing muscle aches and pains. Cold Cold works for injuries because it narrows your blood vessels, which helps prevent blood from accumulating at […]

Many times while playing padel, we encounter situations where we have a doubt: was that ball a fault or not? The official rules of padel can be found here, but the situations described below tend to cause confusion and debate even in professional tournaments, so it’s worth revising them and knowing how to act if […]