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Family Cycling Holidays in France

Cyclists of all abilities can look forward to some fantastic scenery whilst on a cycling holiday in france, along with experiencing traditional French cuisine in the many hotels you stop at on your travels through the scenic countryside.France is a...
Martyn DavisJanuary 30, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 10

THE VOLLEY AND OVERHEAD SMASH. The net attack is the heavy artillery of tennis. It is supposed to crush all defence. As such it must be regarded as a point-winning stroke at all times, no matter whether the shot is volley or smash.
Nicholas TanJanuary 29, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 9

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SINGLES AND DOUBLES IN TENNIS. Singles, the greatest strain in tennis, is the game for two players. It is in this phase of the game that the personal equation reaches its crest of importance.
Nicholas TanJanuary 29, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 8

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF PHYSICAL FITNESS. Physical fitness is one of the great essentials of match play. Keenness can only be acquired if the physical, mental, and nervous systems are in tune.
Nicholas TanJanuary 29, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 7

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MATCH PLAY IN TENNIS. The first and most important point in match play is to know how to lose. Lose cheerfully, generously, and like a sportsman.
Nicholas TanJanuary 29, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 6

THE FUNDAMENTALS OF TENNIS. I trust this initial effort of mine in the world of letters will find a place among both novices and experts in the tennis world.
Nicholas TanJanuary 29, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 5

THE DRIVE IN TENNIS. The forehand drive is the opening of every offensive in tennis, and, as such, should be most carefully studied. There are certain rules of footwork that apply to all shots.
Nicholas TanJanuary 28, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 4

SERVICE-THE OPENING GUN OF TENNIS. Service is the opening gun of tennis. It is putting the ball in play. The old idea was that service should never be more than merely the beginning of a rally.
Nicholas TanJanuary 28, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 3

GRIP, FOOTWORK, AND STROKES IN TENNIS. Footwork is weight control. It is correct body position for strokes, and out of it all strokes should grow. In explaining the various forms of stroke and footwork I am writing as a right-hand player.
Nicholas TanJanuary 28, 2008

Basic Tennis - Part 2

GENERAL TENNIS PSYCHOLOGY. Tennis psychology is nothing more than understanding the workings of your opponent's mind, and gauging the effect of your own game on his mental viewpoint, and understanding the mental effects resulting from the...
Nicholas TanJanuary 28, 2008