John Cincola helped me improve my hand speed by reconstructing my ready position. Looking to enhance pickleball experiences for all players, I'm opening my playbook with John to showcase a better approach to increasing speed by optimizing the ready position.

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I've been deeply immersed in the world of pickleball, teaching and sharing my knowledge as a PPA Tour pro, while also providing advanced instruction. But even with my experience, there's always room for improvement. That's why I recently sought the guidance of John Cincola, a fellow PPA Tour Pro whose expertise I've admired from afar. Through our collaboration, I dug into Cincola's pickleball playbook and enhanced my approach to the ready position.

John's understanding of playing better pickleball remains unparalleled, which I've also honed through years of playing alongside him. When I expressed concern about hand speed, Cincola immediately zeroed in on my ready position. John astutely pointed out that while the ready position may vary slightly from player to player, there are fundamental principles that underpin an effective stance, particularly when it comes to hand speed.

At the core of John's insight is the concept of relaxation. A high ready position can actually impede hand speed by inducing tension in the arms and shoulders. Cincola's pickleball playbook advocates for a more relaxed stance, with the paddle positioned around hip or netstrap height. This promotes fluid movement and ensures you're primed to react swiftly to incoming shots, which can enhance pickleball performance for most.

John highlights the positioning of PPA Tour Pros, whose ready stances consistently prioritize relaxation and efficiency. By keeping the paddle at a comfortable height, players can effortlessly intercept fastpaced shots without succumbing to tension or fatigue. Maintaining a lower ready position reduces the risk of getting jammed up by the ball, resulting in more accurately controlled returns.

Embracing Cincola's teachings, I embarked on a series of drills to refine my ready position and enhance my hand speed. We focused on keeping the paddle neutrally relaxed, ready to respond to both forehand and backhand shots with equal agility. The results were immediately profound, as I began reacting faster, with greater precision, resulting in better pickleball performance.

John's approach remains a testament to the nuances of pickleball strategy. By prioritizing relaxation over rigidity, players can unlock a level of responsiveness that elevates their game to new heights. As I continue to refine my skills under John's guidance, I'm reminded of the power of embracing innovation and challenging conventional wisdom on the court.

John Cincola's insights into the pickleball ready position represent a paradigm shift in the way we approach the game. By prioritizing relaxed fluidity, players can cultivate faster hands and a more dynamic oncourt presence. As I integrate these principles into my own game, I'm grateful for the opportunity to learn from a true master of the sport.