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Already bad habits … that left hand should be on the racket during take back 😣
So true. Coaches should never allow students repeat something wrong.
The dreaded 'death grip'. No separation between the index finger and the middle finger. It improved towards the end, and much better in subsequent videos. Nice work, coach!
congratulations for the video, I wanted to know if it is possible to set the speed between one ball and another... if it is possible to set more speed between one ball and another
Unfortunately for Spinfire it is not possible - at least we didn't find a way to do that. But, we can do that on the Proton from Hydrogen Sports.
he should much more use the body , instead only the arm
Pity we cant hear what you are saying .
Someone asked a question in regards to 'Our experience with the Proton' but I just can't find the question anymore. If you are the one seeking this feedback, I hope you can find the answer. Here it goes: Overall the Proton is a very good portable tennis ball machine. We didn't have major problems with the machine in all this time of using it. Here are the key features that make this machine unique: 1. Custom Drills. It is very easy to program custom drills using your Smart Phone. 2. Light to carry around. 3. It has a very good natural ball feel. It feels more like a sparing partner. 4. The included drills are very good as well. 5. Once, a ball got stuck in the mouth of the machine. We sent it back for repairs and they replaced most of the parts. We had extended warranty BUT this repair went under an additional Service/Repair deal that they had at the time. Take a look at their website and see if that deal is still valid. Overall, this machine has been one of the best investments we've made in our tennis training. We use it as an additional practice technique to our professional tennis lessons.
25:15 next time make him hold a cup half full of water on that left hand, so he doesn't finish with those fingers pointing to the ground
How do you like Proton compared to some other machines you have used? I own a SpinFire and I want something that can give me custom drills with backspin/topspin like the Proton does. Any issues since purchasing your Proton? Did you get the extra one year warranty? Regarding the strap to carry it, I am thinking you can just buy something on wheels like a small shopping cart then you do not have to waste time removing and placing straps back on. I imagine one day the strap might break and then your machine will fall. There are two ball machines from what I can see that can do variable spin, your Proton and something called Titan Ace. But the Titan app is not as good as the Proton and the reviews on it are minimal as it just came out this year I think.
We own only two tennis ball machines: the Proton and the SpinFire. We actually tried the Silent Partner but it was too heavy to lift or handle up and down from the car. These 2 machines are both good but in different ways. The Proton is light and easy to move. It has the phone app which is awesome and yes, the custom drills are priceless. Even the feel of the ball is more human like not at tough or spiny as the Spin Fire. We like the Spin Fire for its robustness. Other than that, we haven't tried other ball machines so I can't speak to that. In terms of problems with Proton: - the side to side or random mechanism is not as robust as the SpinFire. It has something like a drift. It depends on your acceptance level. - we had only one problem when one of the balls got stuck in, because one the players sent it with power on target and it got stuck inside the machine. We were not able to remove the ball and we sent it for repair to Hydrogen. We were very lucky at that time they had something like a "service plan" I can't remember for sure but it was not expensive only 150 USD and shipping included. They replaced a lot of parts and when we got the Proton back - it was like a new machine. They also fixed many things so it is a new Proton version for $150 - basically for free. - we did purchase the warranty, but that would cover the cost if something breaks. The case when the player returns the ball and it gets stuck in the mouth of the machine, that wouldn't have been covered. - I could say that the main problem is the drift from side to side movement - but we've adapted to it and don't expect much precision on that level. They've fixed a few things but because of the way the Proton moves on horizontal it drifts a bit and you will have to reposition the machine from time to time. When we want to have a more precise lateral movement we use the SpinFire. I think that this is basically it. Hope this helps! Any more questions, we are happy to help if we can. Good Luck!
And one more thing. Yes, if you can find a way like a shopping cart or a bigger travel bag on wheels that would make it even easier to carry it around. If you have to walk from the parking to the tennis court and you carry other gear as well, definitely it makes it easier to find something on wheels.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily Thanks for replying. I was looking for a machine to help me further improve and I feel like spinfire is no longer helping me. I need something that can replicate as you mention more variety in the drills. For example, forehand cross court with backspin, then topspin then backhand cross with slice. I can customize the drills this way to help me practice different strokes whereas with my Spinfire, its either you practice topspin, flat or slice but I do not want to hit an entire basket of balls knowing in advance the spin type coming to me. For the lateral shots from Proton, is the delay low enough that you feel pressure to get to each ball. For example, how does it compare to spinfire wide feed? I am well familiar with spinfire as ive owned it for 2 years now.
I don't know on top of my head because I didn't try different ball feeding delays side by side. But, this is a very good question. One of these days I'll take both machines on court and see how they compare as far the timing on the lateral movement drills. Sometime next week I'll get back to you with the results. I am very curious as well.
I just looked up the delay on the Proton. Min is 2 sec and Max is 20 seconds. I've just added 3 pictures showing the min and max settings for Custom Drills: www.youtube.com/@TrainLikeAProDaily/community
Audio is absolutely terrible. Can’t hear anything he’s saying clearly
Sorry about that. The court has a big echo. We'll try to get mic closer or get a lavalier mic.
Why do you need to hear anything, just watch and learn
Great job! :D
Thank you! Cheers!
Great camera angle 👌
Thanks 👍
Excellent video-- this really helped things click for me on the forehand volley. I was not thinking in terms of keeping the other hand centered and bringing the racket back to it. IMO, if you keep the off-hand at net height this makes a ton of sense and should cut down a lot on errors. It would be great if you could also do a backhand volley video. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Take a look at: kzread.info/dash/bejne/iIidwdeBpNjNp7A.html
@@TrainLikeAProDaily Got it! Thanks!
Can you play somehow aproach shot and volley with spin fire as a driil at the same time or not?
I don't know. But, an approach shot you can. You would set the machine at a distance so the ball bounce happens a the right distance for an approach shot. I don't think the machine has specific settings for volley or approach shots. You can buy an attachment for Spinfire for volleys. I don't have this attachment so I can't comment on that.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily thanks for the response. How do you mean attachment? What kind of attachment? I don't think that there is any attachment but if you know please tell me.. On the other hand, when one hits an approach shot, it is only to go forward in the next shot and adjust the body near the net to hit the volley shot.
@@ketokonazol I see. You mean to have a combined drill. I am not sure how you can do that. There is no pre-programmed drill that would that. At least I am not aware of it. I can always try to improvise and come as close as possible to a real life scenario.
@@ketokonazol And you are right about the attachment. There is none provided by the manufacturer, I don't don't know why I remember that years ago they used to have one - but just looking at the website there is nothing to that effect now.
@@ketokonazol For something that the ball machine doesn't provide, we've used best the Proton ball machine. It has something that helps with volleys. It is like a "leg" that you put under the machine. But what is the most helpful thing about the Proton for us is Programmable Drills and Targeting. Programmable Drills: Proton machines allow programming shot sequences. You can design drills that alternate deep groundstrokes with short balls landing near the net, forcing you to react and play volleys. For instance, some users design drills with a low volley included in the shot sequence Targeting: While not specifically designed for volleys, Proton machines allow targeting specific zones on the court. You can program some balls to land short near the net, helping you practice reaction volleys.
Did you use remote control while you playing? I like spinshot or new machine titan because of customised drills but from the other hand i like the remote control of spinfire pro,its easier than app i think so
Yes I did
The remote control for Spinfire is very easy to use indeed. It is small and you can use during practice.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily yes.and even though you canot customise balls I like this remote control ,it's more practical..and I am thinking of buying spin fire if not something else like titan..thanks!
i see in some videos the machine making a mechanical sound before throwing each ball.what is your opinion?thank you.
I haven't noticed it. Give me a time point in the video where you hear the sound.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily kzread.info/dash/bejne/a6GtyqVylKaXqtI.html every time the camera is close to the machine for instance 2:00+
@@alexakrivos I see. I have no idea why is making that noise. We never had problems with this machine.
How much price . Where can buy or rent ?
I am not sure what is the price right now for Spinfire. For USA I think it starts at 2300 USD. To purchase, go to Spinfire website. There is the international website: spinfiresport and there is the USA spinfire website spinfireusa. In terms of renting, I don't know. Maybe your local tennis club rents them, I just don't know. I hope this helps. Good luck!
thanks for the video.i do not see packaging materials that are Shock-Resistant 🤔
In our case the machine arrived in good condition. Every case can be different - so I can't really give any advice on this.
thinking of buying one.did you have any issues with it?
This machine is virtually unbreakable. As a safety precaution get yourself a spare fuse. And also, know this. This machine shoots pro shots: fast and heavy. Lots of speed, lots of spin. Depending on which balls you pick you will have a different feel for those shots. For example regular Penns are heavier while Wilson Trinity are bouncier and lighter. Make sure you clean up the ball fluff after use. The machine is on the heavy side but it is incredibly solid. Hope this helps. Reach out if you have any other questions. Good Luck and Enjoy!!!
@@TrainLikeAProDaily thanks for the analysis.
Hi.is it better ,when resting for a couple of minutes between drills, to turn off the machine or put it in pause or something like that?thanks.
@@alexakrivos We got the lithium battery and that lasts several hours. We usually play up to 6 hours and the battery is OK. So, I don't know if turning off the machine or on pause would help in any way.
Here's more information on what makes an inside-out forehand and why it is important to practice this drill. We hope it helps. An inside-out forehand is a powerful shot hit from the side of the court where you would normally play a backhand, but using your dominant forehand grip and swing. It's essentially "running around" your backhand to hit a forehand diagonally across the court or down the line. Here's a breakdown of what it is and how it works: Preparation: Use a semi-western or western grip, which offers more control and spin. Do a split step and then jump back with your non-dominant leg (left leg for right-handed players). Pivot your body and shoulders towards the incoming ball. The shot: Bend your knees and load your weight on your back leg. Swing your racket back, creating tension and preparing for the forward swing. Transfer your weight forward as you swing the racket through the ball. Aim for a diagonal angle, targeting your opponent's backhand side. Maintain good follow-through to finish the shot and maintain balance. Tips for hitting an inside-out forehand: Footwork is key: Make sure you move quickly and efficiently to get to the ball in time. Timing is crucial: Hit the ball a bit later than you would for a regular forehand. Don't overdo it: Only use the inside-out forehand strategically when you have a good opportunity. Practice makes perfect: Like any shot, mastering the inside-out forehand requires consistent practice and this drill is one drill that helps with achieving a good inside-out forehand.
Title says inside out but I think literally only one went inside out
I've added the above comment on an inside-out forehand technique. Hope this clarifies the title.
man get your student to work on loosening his hips, dude looks stiff!
Thank you for your feedback! The dude here .. working on it!!!
great video!! just orderd one.... where do you recommend we store our phone while playing?
Awesome! We hope you enjoy your Proton at least as much as we are enjoying it!!! I have pants with pockets for phone :) But if you don't, I keep something like a cooler or a chair if you have by the fence at the back of the court so it is handy when you need it. Try different things and see what works best for you. Good Luck!!!!!!
@@TrainLikeAProDaily thanks..good suggestions!!
Have you considered Titan One / Ace? It seems like interesting product. Deciding between Spinfire Pro 2 / Titan / Proton.
We had no idea Titan ball machine existed. Just looked up their website and it seems super cool. It seems to have a combination of Spinfire and Proton feel. If you get a chance to see how it feels on court, please leave a review here as well. As you've probably seen on our channel we have the Proton and Spinfire. We love the Proton because it is light and the balls have a natural feel - as you are sparing with a partner. On the other hand the Spinfire is robust, the spin is up there - much tougher machine. It feels like you are playing against a Pro player. But it is heavier than the Proton and it doesn't have the iPhone apps and the ability to create your own drills.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily just got my Titan One ball machine and overall very pleased with the result! Just few drawbacks noticed at the moment: (1) the remote control is very limited in functionality compared to Spinfire and (2) smarphone app is quite poor, but the manufacturer promises to update it later this year . What kind of tennis balls do you use with your ball machine? I bought Wilson Triniti, but found them hard like a rocks, after playing I felt pain in my arm. Have you tried Spinfire Touch or other balls for ball machine that are better feel on the arm? Thanks!
@@vakula485 First, Congratulations on getting the Titan. Keep us posted with your experience. We love to learn about other ball machines. In regards to tennis balls, we never bought tennis balls from the ball machine manufacturers because it seemed a bit expensive for us. For the longest time we used Wilson Trinity. But as of late we use Penn extra duty. If you feel the balls too hard try to lower the spin. When we use Spinfire the balls come with higher spin and seem harder on the hand. With the Proton the balls feel softer because we are also lowering the Spin. Here is our setting on the Proton: 90KM/h speed and 1000 RPM spin. Hope this helps.
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Thank you so much for your feedback. Currently we are not concerned about our videos going viral. We are in the process of improving our tennis technique and at the same time we learn with the ones who want to learn from us. Tennis is a process as any other venture is also a process. But, this is our process. Having said that, thank you so much for all the advice and for sharing from your expertise with us.
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Maybe you could give a small summary of the pointerd in the description or the comments. It's difficult to hear! Nice footage.
Thank you so much for the feedback. Yes you are right - we'll add descriptions as our coach didn't have a mic.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily No problem man, I appreciate it. Just would make it more valuable and interesting to watch, if we have more context.
Hey, how far are your country from Spain?
remins me when coached in cold freezing conditioning damp and wet
That shows commitment!!!
Keep going!
That's a good school. I wish I can go there.... :)
You dont move very efficient with your legs, alot of potential if you want to improve your game. Tennis is not only about hitting the ball, but also getting early towards the position you will hit the ball. The earlier you are the better you can load up for the shot. You can just move from side to side and hit imaginary balls and see if you find a way to move faster. Also work on your split step, its good for your timing.
Thank you so much for watching! Thank you so much for your feedback and advice. You are perfectly right!!!
Did they give you this drill at the nadal academy?
Yes - that is correct. They customize the program based on the player's area of improvement.
Wow interesting to watch! What a privilege to get an inside look at the academy their teachings. Have yet to watch your other video's. What program at the academy did you follow? Did you feel like they focused alot of movement instead of detailes tecnique specifics?
Thank you so much for watching, thank you so much for your feedback!!! This is the second year we took the Premium Program. This is a customized program offered here at the Academy for Adults. It consists of 1 week intensive training where you get the following: - 12 hours of technical and tactical tennis training per week, (Monday to Saturday) - 5 hours of tenis-focused physical training (Monday to Friday) - Initial medical review: background assessment, complete physical examination, electrocardiogram (baseline ECG), and spirometry to rule out possible risk factors. Kinanthropometric and nutritional study by nutritionist Gemma Bes. Examination and physiotherapy treatment: a complete review to detect and prevent potential injuries derived from sports practice and define and recommend training goals and possible advanced physiotherapy treatments. 2 Relaxing Massages of 45'. 1 session of Cryotherapy 4l/ses "Cryosense"
@@TrainLikeAProDaily Thank you so much for all this information! What an amazing experience that must have been. What type of training is this video part of? Technical training? I am very curious to see what kind of technical pointers the staff at the academy focus on in general.
@@k1ytennis304 This session is about improving footwork so you get forehand readiness instinctually.
Wow what tennis court is this. Beautiful view
Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca, Spain.
What is the minimum speed on this? Will this work for beginners?
The minimum speed is 37mph or 60 kph. Now, is this good for a beginner? Yes! The balls have a softer feel than any other ball machine we've experienced so far. My understanding is that it can't get higher than 70mph - but there is a lot to add to this if you also add the spin variables. Now, keep in mind that on the minimal speed the ball won't clear the net. So you would have to work out what works for you best as a softer feel and still clearing the net. I hope this helps.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily thank you so much!
What balls do you recommend?
@@tajm5006 The best balls are Wilson Triniti. Dunlop Grand Prix are also good. Otherwise you can go with Ball Machine Manufacturers such as SpinFire, Slinger, etc - but those balls tend to be expensive. Your safest bet is to go with Wilson Trinity as they last forever.
Noise level? How would you compare the noise to that of other ball machines? (the tennis court I play is in a residential area)
The noise level is very low for the Proton. From the other side of the court we can hear it when it starts up, other than that it has a very soft sound. I guess you can also tell from watching the video - the noise you hear is exactly how it sounds on court. To us, it is less noisy than other ball machines.
Thank you very much for your reply!
I would like to sell a proton ball machine here in the philippines, where can I contact the dealer?
We are not affiliated with the Hydrogen sport manufacturer. But, have you looked up their website?
I am between spin shot and slinfire .spinshot has 12 driils customable.. unfortunately spinfire will not come with it
Yes, you are right. Spinfire doesn't come with customizable drills but it has the option of totally random shots. What we liked about Spinfire is the fact that it is solid. It just doesn't breakdown. We also got the Proton and we practice with the Proton a lot just because of the custom drills. But, the Proton is not as solid as Spinfire. For example, it drifts and you have to realign to baseline from time to time. So there are pluses and minuses to all these ball machines. In the end it comes down to what features you are interested the most in and how it feels during the practice.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily don't know about proton ,i think that is expensive. But spinshot you can customise whatever you want and has of course random oscillation. Only advance on spinfire is interlan oscillation ,while lot of other machine has external.but i am thinking tl buy either one or other.but the idea that i can customise any shot in terms of speed height spin etc it is something I like. Yes,i suppose that slinfire is reliable and solid machine .In any case thank you!
Get Ahead in Tennis with Killer Volley Techniques. Great Video! Thanks for sharing this one.
Thank you so much for your feedback.
It’s a great machine. Love it
It really is!
I really needed this video. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Quando colpisci la palla di diritto o di rovescio tieni la racchetta rivolta leggermente verso l alto. È giusto???
Ciao! Grazie mille per la tua domanda. Guarda questo video: mostra come la racchetta si sposta dal basso verso l'alto per intercettare la palla. Abbiamo realizzato questo video per mostrare come controllare lo swing della racchetta in modo che il giocatore possa capire come mantenere la distanza dalla palla, mostrando anche come la racchetta si muove attraverso la palla e poi finisce sopra la spalla. Spero che questo aiuti a rispondere alla tua domanda. Pubblicheremo un altro video che mostra passo dopo passo la tecnica del dritto. Speriamo che questo aiuti. Grazie mille.
Here's the video that shows the racquet orientation and followthrough. kzread.info/dash/bejne/o5yN1ciChZq9otY.html
Ma la ricerca della palla no?? Sta inchiodata. Il recovery step no???
Ciao! Grazie mille per la tua opinione. Siamo principianti e questo è stato un esercizio di basket. Ma sì, hai ragione: dobbiamo fare esercizi di gioco di gambe e continuare a migliorare. Grazie mille per la tua opinione. Ci vediamo! (I apologize for my Italian - I've used Google translate - thanks again!)
Can it throw a slice or back spin?
Yes, it can throw a backspin. The Proton has a Max Spin feature of 3000 RPM. For backspin just set a negative value up to 3000. For example set a - 500 for a backspin 500 RPM.
@@TrainLikeAProDaily Thank you. I saw that there is an accessory for lobs. Is it included and the extra battery in the package for the total price of USD1,695? Also, Is the app available in android?
@@darwingamara1806 Accessories for lobs are not included. No extra battery included :(
@@darwingamara1806 Actually let me add this to my comment. At the time when we bought the Proton there was nothing like an accessory included in the price. You might need to check with their website and see if anything has changed. Good luck!
@@darwingamara1806 the lob accessory was included in mine (recently purchased).
I fully watched. What's your advice?
This is a top spin technique. Holding your arm helps you move into the ball and finish the shot with your elbow up. Also, it helps you understand distance to the ball. All these elements help you improve this forehand technique which is a top spin technique.
This video is over-produced. There's no need for dramatic music. I can see if you're jumping off a cliff wearing a wing suit but not needed for demoing a tennis ball machine. 😝
Thank you for your feedback. I guess it is a matter of perspective. For us, being able to own and train with a tennis ball machine is exhilarating like "jumping off a cliff wearing a wing suit" ☺️
It is true. Thank you for watching.
Farà freddino
Era una mattina molto fredda per l'allenamento, ma l'ho adorato! (apologies for my Italian - I hope I understand your meaning well)
@@TrainLikeAProDaily il tuo italiano è perfetto. Il tennis è stupendo
From morning to night
The only way!
I own a Proton as well as my buddy. Do not leave the shoulder strap attached like in this video. Take it off completely. It can get hung up under the back wheels and jam the machine causing it to shut down. Just a suggestion to everyone.
Thank you so much Brian for your feedback. Yes, it is true - remove the shoulder strap when using the machine.
How much this machine
Hi there! I have just looked up the Hydrogen website and the price right now is $ 1695 USD. We bought the machine early when the Proton was introduced on the market.