Brian Lutz Podcast (Backhand City)
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| 11 Feb 2020 | Why I Don't Teach Private Lessons With a Ball Hopper? | 00:07:06 | |
Brian explains why he rarely uses a ball hopper any more for tennis lessons EPISODE / 181 / TENNIS TIPS 1. Student doesn't get dependent 2. No Red Flags 3. Create Urgency 4. Create Accountability 5. One Shot at a Time SHOW NOTES: Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. | |||
| 12 Feb 2020 | Why Parents Shouldn't Teach Their Kids Tennis? | 00:05:26 | |
Brian gives parents some friendly advice on teaching their kids tennis. EPISODE 182 / TENNIS TIPS 1. It's not your role 2. You really don't know what you are doing? 3. They won't listen 4. Freudian reasons: Their behavior is a reflection of you not their performance. SHOW NOTES: Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. | |||
| 07 Jan 2022 | The Student Dilemma: Would You Rather Be Right or Good? | 00:07:27 | |
Daily Tennis Tip Season 2 / Ep 2 Brian breaks down a conversation with the "know it all student" that doesn't want to run for the ball. 1. Problem: I know I can't do it. So I'm not going to try. 2. Solution: Let's see how far away you are from not doing it. 3. Problem: Why are you here? (Hint: No wrong answer) 4. Answer: I want to improve. 5. Solution: We need a bench mark. Let's play to 11 with one goal. 6. Summary: Would you rather be right or good? Live in South Florida and want to take a lesson with me? Go to: Backhand-City.com and fill out my student questionnaire to begin. | |||
| 28 Mar 2020 | Is Punching Your Volley Bad For Your Game? | 00:09:22 | |
Brian examines the usage of the term "punch" when considering the optimum visual technique for learning or improving your volley. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 225 1. Define a Volley 2. Different Volley Speeds 3. Different Volley Positions 4. Different Volley Contact 5. How to Practice Your Volley Video Tip: Absorb and Push Volley Technique with Brian | |||
| 09 Feb 2020 | What Does Serena Williams Need To Fix In Her Tennis Game? | 00:06:10 | |
What does Serena Williams need to improve in her tennis game to break through with one more Grand Slam in 2020? Brian analyzes the parts of her game that need upgraded. EPISODE 179 / DAILY TENNIS PODCAST 1. Backhand Volley 2. Transition Game 3. Off Speed Balls 4. Battle of Nerves Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. | |||
| 28 Dec 2019 | How To Develop Efficiency In Your Tennis Game | 00:08:00 | |
Brian gives tips for developing efficiency in your tennis swing to maximize your power while saving critical energy levels. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 136 1. Hit with Red and Orange Tennis Balls 2. Swing smoothly with minimal effort. 3. Notice instead of judge 4. Install this system in your warm up. Reserve Your Spot in Brian's 2020 ADULT TENNIS PROGRAMS in Miami on Backhand-City.com DM and Follow me with your Questions on Instagram @Backhand_City | |||
| 23 May 2020 | How To Give A Tennis Lessons To Someone On Their Cell Phone? | 00:05:22 | |
After 33 years of teaching tennis Brian has seen it all including someone taking a private tennis lesson on their cell phone. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 270 1. Proof that Multi Tasking Is Hard To Do 2. Groove and Move 3. Muting Is Essential. 4. Mostly forehands. How Long Will It Take You To Get Good At Tennis? Sign up here on the WAIT LIST for Backhand City Membership for $35/month | |||
| 12 Mar 2020 | 13 Corona Virus Prevention Tips for Tennis Players | 00:07:51 | |
Brian gives out 13 practical tips for tennis players help prevent (COVID-19). DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 211 HEALTH TIP FOR STRONG IMMUNE SYSTEM Eat Right, Sleep Well, Drink Lots of Fluids. #BeHealthy You may get infected but have strong immune system and fight off Covid-19. If you suffer from obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure you are vulnerable. If you are sick and have presciptions it's very important to take your medicine as prescribed. HYGIENE TIPS FOR TENNIS PLAYERS. Note these will not prevent Corona Virus but will help reduce germs and greater overall health. 1. Change Your Over Grip Daily 2. Separate Towels and Sweaty Attire 3. Bring dry shirt after tennis. 4. Wash Clothes After Each Session 5. Shower before and After Session 6. Wear more whites and wash in hot water. 7. Wash white bed sheets. Wash in Clorox with tennis whites 8. Wipe Down Racquet with Sanitizer 9. Play Outdoors if Possible 10. Racquet High Fives Replace Hand High Five Xelerator Tennis System: A Fresh Start Guide on How To Play Smart Tennis | |||
| 06 Dec 2019 | How Does Cold Weather Effect The Tennis Balls? | 00:06:00 | |
Brian gives tips on how to play tennis in cold weather with tennis balls and how adapt your playing strategy in this environment. SHOW NOTES: Air, Wind, Humidity and Court Surface are all factors when playing with cold tennis balls. | |||
| 10 Jan 2020 | If You Could Pick One Shot From Roger Federer's Game For Your Game. What Would It Be? | 00:05:26 | |
Fantasy Tennis. Install one shot or aspect from Roger Federer's game into your own game. EPISODE 149 Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 27 Aug 2019 | Get ready for fun! Are You Ready to Play with Orange Dot Tennis Balls? | 00:06:39 | |
Orange dot tennis balls. Once you play with them tennis students find they are a lot of fun! Brian's explains the different ways tennis players use orange tennis balls in tennis and other racquet sports and how they are a great way to fast track the improvement of your tennis game.. Sign up for Brian's 20/20 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami, FL Buy Orange Dot Tennis Balls at Tennis Plaza or Target. | |||
| 17 Jan 2020 | How To Play Mixed Doubles When One Player Is Stronger Than the Other? | 00:07:07 | |
Brian explains the optimal strategy to play mixed doubles. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 156 1. Protect the weakest shot on your team 2. Communicate 3. Play Your Strengths 4. Practice Match TieBreaks Join Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lessons Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 24 Sep 2019 | How To Play Tennis Like Dr. Phil? | 00:05:38 | |
Trusting your feelings is a big part of decision making process when you are playing tennis. Brian explains how to trust your gut and avoid overthinking your tennis game. Check out Dr. Phil playing tennis (sort of). | |||
| 21 Mar 2020 | What's The Difference Between A, B and C Level Tennis Players? | 00:06:58 | |
Which level tennis player are you? What defines these levels and how can you maintain your level as your age or even get better. Brian explores the differences between A, B, and C level tennis players. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 219 1. Before There Were Tennis Ratings 2. A Players = Advanced Skills 3. B Players = Intermediate Skills 4. C Players = Novice Skills Learn the corresponding Ratings for each of these levels to modernize your tennis game.' EXELERATOR TENNIS SYSTEM: A Fresh Start Guide on How To Play Smart Tennis | |||
| 08 Jul 2019 | How Can You Win Coming in Second? | 00:05:07 | |
Innovation vs Copycats. Brian dives into the art of replication to define your success on and off the tennis court. Learn how sometimes it's better to come in second than first in sports and business. | |||
| 08 Feb 2020 | 6 Best Ways For Juniors Tennis Players To Prepare For Tournaments | 00:07:55 | |
Robert Gomez is a guest podcaster from Tier One Tennis. Robert goes over the best ways juniors and parents can prepare for tournaments. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 178 6 Best Ways For Juniors To Prepare for Tournaments 1. Preparation the Week Before Tournament. 2. Working on Player Strengths 3. Practice Matches 4. Night Before Match Planning 5. Day of Match Planning 6. Journaling Matches Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lessons Series on Backhand-City.com Daily Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tours on Backhand City Looking for a Tennis Partner? Join Backhand City for free and fill out your details and then start searching. | |||
| 14 Dec 2019 | How Do You Interpret Your Tennis Match Statistics? | 00:08:30 | |
Brian explains tennis match charting and how it can help your tennis game and which statistics you should pay the most attention to when analyzing your results. Find Your Aha Moment with Brian Lutz SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 122 | |||
| 19 Jun 2022 | Why Do Most Rec Pickleball Players Have Non Existent Backhands? 207 Players Give Me Their Feedback | 00:09:00 | |
Brian gets feedback from Pickleball Forum readers who chime in on all things Pickleball. Including why recreational players avoid the backhand groundstroke by running around and predominantly playing their forehand groundstroke in pick up games. Podcast Host: Brian Lutz | |||
| 11 Jan 2022 | On Court Student Experience: Stop Playing Scared As A Practice Habit | 00:06:35 | |
Brian and his student Lindsay talk live on court during his tennis clinic about removing expectation and the fear of outcome to accelerate her learning curve and make the learning process much less stressful and more fun. Backhand City Tennis Lesson Questionnaire | |||
| 09 Sep 2019 | How Much Should You Pay for Private Tennis Lessons? | 00:04:26 | |
Brian goes into details about how to go about investing in Private Tennis Lessons to suit you needs. | |||
| 31 May 2020 | Is The Tennis Customer Always Right (2 + 2 = 5)? | 00:06:48 | |
Two plus two equals Five? When to let your tennis student self discover their own way to reaching the next level.. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 276 1. Who's Paying? 2. Who's Coaching? 3. Leadership and Collaboration 4. Process 5. Value Driven How Long Will It Take You To Get Good At Tennis? Sign up here on the WAIT LIST for Backhand City Membership for $35/month | |||
| 26 Oct 2019 | What's The Best Way To Get Fair Line Calls in a Tennis Match? | 00:06:59 | |
Brian's explains the best ways to give and receive fair line calls in a tennis match with some statistical perspective. SHOW NOTES: Join our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway by signing up here or on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 29 Nov 2019 | How Many Tennis Puns Can I Execute in One Podcast Episode? | 00:10:57 | |
Brian executes 9 minutes of "puns" for tennis players. Let's see which ones you like and hate. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 107 | |||
| 11 Nov 2019 | Is It Smart to Use More Than One Tennis Pro? | 00:05:17 | |
Omni pro approach for tennis players can be a positive approach but it does come with some pitfalls. Brian breaks it down so you can make the right decision for your tennis game. Grab your email and enter our free Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway. Sign up on Backhand-City.com EPISODE 89: SHOW NOTES: Find a Pro with a Philosophy that resonates with you. Be wary of pro's that use different terminology and philosophy it can stymie your development. Hiring pro's while on vacation can be a great way to connect with fresh perspective and grow your tennis community. | |||
| 13 Dec 2019 | What Kind of Tennis Game Does Santa Claus Have? | 00:06:11 | |
Brian breaks down Santa's tennis game from his playing style to a practical scouting report when you go up against him. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 121 Hint: Don't drink the Egg Nog on changeovers. Santa is a hacker. Santa is mentally tough and can play best of 5 sets. He loves playing at high altitude. His Gatorade is not surprisingly cookies and milk. Reserve your spot in Brian's Tennis Class in Miami. | |||
| 25 Nov 2019 | Isn't Hitting Cross Court Super Boring? | 00:07:43 | |
Brian explains there is no better way to develop a winning strategy than hitting cross court. Benefits to Hitting Cross Court 1. Net is lowest in the middle. 2. Court area is largest and longest from corner to corner.. 3. Easier to hit without directional change. 4. Notice the court slope especially profound on hard courts. 5. Become solid in crunch time with an effective and consistent cross court playing style. If you want tennis lessons with Brian visit Backhand-City.com | |||
| 10 Sep 2019 | Where Can You Play Tennis in Miami and Not Wait for a Court? | 00:03:26 | |
Brian reveals the best place to play tennis in Miami and not wait for the tennis court. | |||
| 23 Jan 2020 | How To Get More Power In Your Tennis Game? | 00:06:01 | |
Everyone wants more power. But how do you get it in your game? Brian's shows you how to get more power in your tennis game. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 162 1. Don't hate me but you have to PRACTICE 2. Relax with Minimal Effort Drill 3. Develop Efficiency thru Timing 4. Get Strong 5. Get Flexible Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 19 Sep 2023 | Taking Lessons at Private vs Public Tennis Courts | 00:10:47 | |
Brian dives into the disadvantages of playing at private tennis clubs and taking lessons. He also discusses Simon Halep's four year doping suspension. Laver Cup without the "Big 3" and things he hates in tennis after the US Open. | |||
| 14 Jan 2020 | Who Is the Perfect Candidate for Private Tennis Lessons? | 00:06:21 | |
Brian explains when is the right time to take tennis lessons and what you should derive from your one on one time with your professional tennis coach. 1. Feel Good About Your Game 2. Work on Developing a Strength 3. Work on Developing a Liability 4. Work on Technique 5. Work on Situational 6. Follow Progressions Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lessons in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 12 Nov 2019 | Alternative Ways To Learning Tennis | 00:07:30 | |
The ever growing marketplace of online courses gives consumers more options than ever for learning tennis. Brian explains the landscape of options available to tennis players and the difference between online course and academies. Grab Your Email and Sign Up for our TWINS OF MIAMI LiveBall Giveaway. Register for Free on Backhand-City.com EPISODE 90 SHOW NOTES: Feel Tennis is the best tennis instruction on the web. Tennis Player.net is the pioneer in online tennis instruction with founder John Yandell who offers a subscription service. Tennis Evolution is great at teaching the serve and adding power to your game with former touring professional Jeff Salzenstein. Essential Tennis is super passionate and offers online products and In Person events Fuzzy Yellow Balls all time best course featuring doubles legends Bob and Mike Bryan. Master Class with Serena Williams course offers a lot of cliche terminology and slow motion footage but superficial insight on how to improve your game. Online Tennis Instruction aggressive marketer specializes in technical development and data supported insight to help your game. Udemy with Andre Agassi is a superficial course about Andre's playing philosophy. Tips were too short and not technical enough to help players. | |||
| 24 Jan 2020 | How Often Should Beginner Tennis Players Play With New Balls? | 00:06:19 | |
Why are hitting with different tennis balls so important for beginners? Brian explains a pathway for new tennis players to learn the game of tennis fast. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 163 1. Lower bounces are easier to hit. 2. New balls bounce high 3 New balls bounce fast. 4. Heat can amplify the bounce. 5. Red, Orange and Green Balls are Decompressed. Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 28 May 2020 | The Comparison Trap in Tennis | 00:05:43 | |
Tennis is full of hierarchy. The sport has rankings for every category including gender, age, country, region, state and locally. We have two sets of player rating systems and a third on the way. In this podcast episode Brian explains the trap of comparison when it comes to improving your tennis game. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 272 1. The Mindset For Improvement 2. The Real Reward For Improvement 3. Ranking for Long Term 4. Use Everyday Comparisons For Yourself How Long Will It Take You To Get Good At Tennis? Sign up here on the WAIT LIST for Backhand City Membership for $35/month | |||
| 02 Feb 2020 | How Many Ranking Points Do Players Get at The Australian Open? | 00:07:10 | |
How to follow the weekly ranking points for professional tennis players. Brian goes over the ranking points that drive players entry and seeding into tennis tournaments like the Australian Open.. Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tours on Backhand City Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 13 Oct 2019 | The 20-Minute Tennis Workout | 00:05:04 | |
In the final and 13th installment of XIII Commandments of a Tennis Coach Brian tells you how to keep your game sharp 20 minutes at a time. | |||
| 16 May 2020 | How To Set Up Your Camera For Video Analysis of Your Tennis Game | 00:07:23 | |
Technical analysis is the most sought after advice students seek from their tennis professional. Brian breaks down his process when developing the ball striking skill of recreational tennis players. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 263 1. WARM UP 2. BE AUTHENTIC 3. DON"T OVER HIT 4. HOW TO SET UP YOUR CAMERA How Long Will It Take You To Get Good At Tennis? Sign up here on the WAIT LIST for Backhand City Membership for $35/month | |||
| 27 Dec 2019 | How To Start Playing Tennis Without The Excuses. | 00:09:24 | |
How to overcome yourself and your mindset. Brian breaks down how to overcome your excuses for not learning how to play tennis in 2020. TOP OBJECTIONS FOR NOT PLAYING TENNIS: 1. I Don't Have The Money. 2. I Don't Have the Time. 3. I'm Not Good Enough. 4. I Tried It Before and I Wasn't Very Good Reserve Your Spot in Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Programs in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 11 May 2020 | Are You Ready For A "No Brainer" Tennis Offer? | 00:08:02 | |
PERFORMANCE = KNOWLEDGE + PRACTICE PLAN On a tight budget? Are you looking to improve your first serve? Increase your circle of friends? Become a more clutch match player? Improve your confidence? Learn the game from scratch? Or brush off your rusty of game? Or network to grow your business? Try the Membership from Backhand City for $35/ month where playing tennis and improving your tennis just got a lot easier. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 258 Benefits to Membership with Backhand City
The "No Brainer" Tennis Offer For Players Looking To Improve at $35/month | |||
| 30 Jan 2022 | The Speech of a Lifetime | 00:07:48 | |
Ash Barty brings home the long awaited Grand Slam title in her home country of Australia and Danielle Collins steals the show with her runner up acceptance speech in Melbourne. Danielle Collins Acceptance Speech Backhand City Tennis Lesson Questionnaire | |||
| 15 Apr 2020 | Is It Possible You Are Over Obsessed With Your Tennis Rating? | 00:08:34 | |
Brian analyzes tennis ratings and how we think about our own tennis games. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 240 1. Yes, we all over rate ourselves 2. Rating Obsession 3. Why Do We Over Rate Ourselves? 4. Rating Systems 5. Short Term vs Long Term 6. Process vs Outcome | |||
| 29 May 2020 | The Unique and Beautiful One Handed Backhand | 00:06:30 | |
Technically speaking hitting forehands and backhands have a different approach. In this episode Brian dives into the difference between forehand and aesthetically pleasing one handed backhand. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 273 1. The Federer Effect 2. The Grip Change 3. The Physics 4. Physical 5. Contact Point 6. The Finish SHOW NOTES: 10 Minutes of Roger Federer Backhands How Long Will It Take You To Get Good At Tennis? Sign up here on the WAIT LIST for Backhand City Membership for $35/month | |||
| 10 Apr 2020 | Wimbledon Cashes In On Pandemic Insurance Policy. | 00:08:02 | |
What's going on with the current state of tennis and the courts we play on. Brian analyzes how the international sport of tennis copes with Covid-19. DAILY TENNIS NEWS / EPISODE 236 1. Pandemic Insurance. 2. US Open Become Satellite Hospital 3. South Florida Tennis Courts Are Shut Down. 4. Rest of Florida Is Not As Strict 5. Raleigh Tennis Club Use Policy of the Future? Wimbledon Cashes in on Pandemic Insurance Policy Find a Tennis Partner Near You. Backhand City Tee Shirt For Sale | |||
| 28 Aug 2019 | Are Green Dot Tennis Balls Right for Your Game? | 00:04:03 | |
Green dot tennis balls are at 75% weight capacity of a regular tennis ball. What does this mean for your tennis game? Brian explains how to use green dot tennis balls for your all court tennis game. Buy Green dot tennis balls here at Tennis Warehouse Learn 1 to 1. Sign up with Private Tennis Lessons with Brian or he'll find you a tennis pro near you. | |||
| 04 Feb 2020 | How to Play FBI in Your Tennis Matches? | 00:06:56 | |
What is the acronym FBI stand for and when can you use it when you play tennis? Brian explains the meaning and good times to use it in your tennis matches. SHOW NOTES / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1. Informal Matches and Pick Up Games 2. Social Tennis Games 3. Sanctioned Tennis Matches. | |||
| 24 Oct 2019 | "Good Shot" Tennis Pro's: The McDonald's Drive Thru of Tennis Lessons | 00:07:01 | |
What is a :good shot" tennis pro? Are you getting the most out of your tennis pro? Brian goes over the signs of tennis pro burn out. Join our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway here or visit Backhand-City.com Season 1. Episode 72 | |||
| 26 Jan 2020 | How To Burn 500 Calories During Your Private Tennis Lesson | 00:07:40 | |
Brian gives some practical tips for burning calories during your private tennis lesson. SHOW NOTES: DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 165 1. Have a lesson plan. 2. Stick to the plan. 3. Have a good Pre Game Meal 4. Have your tennis bag prepared. 5. Interval training. 6. Play Consistently 7. Save the Serving for the End of Session or Don't Serve at All 8. Wear a smart watch Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lessons Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tours on Backhand City | |||
| 29 Jan 2022 | Medvedev Explodes To Reach Final Versus Nadal | 00:08:53 | |
Rafael Nadal and Daniil Medvedev have the tennis world buzzing before their clash in the Australian Open Men's Final. Nadal highlights vs Berrittini Medvedev / Tsitsipas Highlights Backhand City Tennis Lesson Questionnaire | |||
| 08 Feb 2022 | Del Potro Nears The End | 00:06:58 | |
The battle of the Sacha's in France gave a surprise ending and some draw dropping shot making. Alex Bublik vs Alex Zverev. Is Juan Martin Del Potro about to call it a career? Find your aha moment... | |||
| 12 May 2020 | What Happens When You Serve The Wrong Tennis Ball? | 00:07:34 | |
What happens if you serve up a stray tennis ball from another court in your tennis match? Does the point count? The answer is: it depends. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 259 1. The Serve Is Responsible For Choosing the Right Tennis Balls 2. How Many Balls Are Perfect for a Tennis Match? 3. How to Distinguish Your Tennis Balls from a Neighboring Court. 4. What happens if you play a point with the wrong ball? 5. When can you play a let with a defective ball? BACKHAND CITY MEMBERSHIP: GET BETTER TECHNIQUE FOR YOUR TENNIS GAME FOR $35/MONTH Join the Waitlist Here To Sign Up For Our Next Member Drive Coming Soon.
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| 16 Nov 2019 | Can You Play Tennis on a Basketball Court? | 00:05:10 | |
Life without a tennis net? In places with finite tennis court availability Brian get's creative by teaching tennis on a basketball court. Grab your email and enter our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway on Backhand-City.com Tennis Lesson on a Basketball Court in NYC. Wood vs Asphalt Indoor vs Outdoor | |||
| 16 Sep 2019 | What is a Good First Serve Percentage For Your Tennis Game? | 00:05:07 | |
Brian compares first serving percentage for some of the best tennis players in the world and explains what a good serving percentage is for your tennis game. | |||
| 17 Oct 2019 | How to Find The Right Tennis Pro on Google? | 00:07:08 | |
Brian translates page 1 of google searches when looking for tennis professionals. Join the Twins of Miami LiveBall Class Giveaway here: https://aha.backhand-city.com/squeeze-page32773829 SHOW NOTES: | |||
| 09 Dec 2019 | 3 Scenarios Where Pushing the Ball is a Great Idea | 00:06:33 | |
Brian becomes "a pusher" for a day. He describes the perfect scenarios for pushing the ball during your match play situations. 1. Lob / Desperation Situation 2. Block Returns of Power Serves or Overhead Smashes 3. Clean Up Volleys SHOW NOTES: Sign Up for Group Tennis Lessons in Miami | |||
| 09 Jul 2019 | What to expect your first week as a newbie tennis player. | 00:04:05 | |
You've decided you want to learn tennis. Or you are a lapsed player that wants to get back into tennis after years away.. Are you nervous? Wondering where to start? Brian guides you thru the process to help you make the most out of your first week back on the tennis court. Tennis Lesson Resources: 20/20 Beginner Tennis Lessons on Backhand City #WannaBeStartingSomething | |||
| 25 Sep 2019 | 50 Ball Tennis Challenge | 00:05:02 | |
Tennis takes discipline and consistency. Brian shows you how to develop consistency for your tennis game with the 50 ball challenge. | |||
| 22 Dec 2019 | How To Eliminate Waiter's Tray On Your Serve? | 00:05:58 | |
Brian explains the phenomenon know as 'Waiter's Tray" on the serve and how to hold the grip to start the process of eliminating the open racquet face. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 130 Check out the "waiters tray" on my Blog or my Instagram page. | |||
| 14 May 2020 | What Is The First Step To Reach Your Tennis Goals:? The Beep Test | 00:06:29 | |
Brian measures his student's CO2 intake to establish a fitness bench mark for his Backhand City monthly membership. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 261 1. How good can you be? 2. World Class Fitness? 3. Cardio and Tennis 4. Starting Points SHOW NOTES: How Long Will It Take You To Get Good At Tennis? Sign up here on the WAIT LIST for Backhand City Membership for $35/month | |||
| 31 Aug 2019 | Are you a Verbal Tennis Learner? | 00:04:58 | |
Brian explains how Verbal Learners thrive and the dangers of too much technical talk to over complicate your development on the tennis court. | |||
| 17 Feb 2022 | Murray Gets Dumped in Doha | 00:05:42 | |
With ATP events in Doha, Qatar. Brian reviews second round action and helps with a pronunciation guide to Qatar. Host: Brian Lutz / Backhand City | |||
| 18 Jun 2023 | Miami Nights. A Magic City Masterclass on How To Play Tennis | 00:10:06 | |
Want to know what Brian's tennis classes are like? Take a 9 minute listen to what you can learn in his tennis class. | |||
| 18 Jan 2022 | Erroneous Balls From The Australian Open | 00:06:20 | |
Brian digs into early first round action from down under and new technology seeks out how to filter the erroneous balls from your tennis game. Backhand City Tennis Questionnaire | |||
| 06 Sep 2019 | Do You Know the Difference between Strategies vs Tactics? | 00:05:03 | |
Strategies vs Tactics are often confused and used interchangeably. Brian explains the difference and how you can use strategies and tactics on the tennis court by understanding the tennis court dimensions. | |||
| 10 Dec 2019 | 10 Reason Pickle Ball Won't Over Take Tennis | 00:09:49 | |
Pickleball is trending upward over the last decade but how long can it last and why its GDP will never eclipse the sport of tennis. SHOW NOTES: 1. Balls Last forever. 2. Racquets need no maintenance. 3. Target Audience is Baby Boomers 4. Court cost are cheap 5. No service industry within it accept for tournaments. 6. Consumer data is miniscule. 7. Limited fan appeal for TV 8. Points are too short 9. Playing surface is too small. 10, Miniature Golf is not an international competition. Sign up for GROUP TENNIS LESSONS with Brian on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 01 Oct 2019 | Pobody is Nerfect! XIII Commandments of a Tennis Coach: Part 1. | 00:04:43 | |
When you step on Brian Lutz' tennis court as a student you get what he calls the 13 Commandments of a Tennis Coach. It's a value system Inspired by Bill Parcel's 11 Commandments of a Quarterback which as of course inspired from the Bible. Like the original commandments coaches and players must remember that you will never achieve the perfection of execution of the commandments but you can use them as a guideline and system check when the wheels fall off your lesson plan or tennis game. This is part 1 of a 13 episode podcast series of Brian's XIII commandments of a Tennis Coach. | |||
| 19 Sep 2019 | Can You Call Your Own Serve Out? | 00:04:49 | |
Brian reviews how the "Tennis Code of Conduct" works for calling your own serve out if your opponent has made a blatant line call error. | |||
| 29 Dec 2019 | How Do YouTube Instructional Videos Fail Tennis Players? | 00:08:05 | |
Brian reveals the challenge with dissecting the right tennis instruction for your game on YouTube. 1. It's unfocused. 2. It's over complicated 3. It's unrealistic Sign Up Here for Brian's Group Tennis Lessons in Miami or log onto Backhand-City.com | |||
| 15 Feb 2020 | When Should You Buy A New Tennis Racquet? | 00:08:00 | |
Brian explains how often you should update your tennis racquet with a new one. EPISODE 185 / TENNIS TIPS 1. Technology 2. Playing Style 3. How Often Do Your Play 4. How Many Racquets Do You Have? 5. Where Do You Store Your Racquet 6. Maintenance - Grommets, Strings and Bumper Guard SHOW NOTES: Places to buy Tennis Racquets: Miami: Tennis Plaza, Strictly Tennis. and Aventura Racquet Sports or your local tennis pro shop. National Websites: Tennis Warehouse, Tennis Express, Midwest Sports, Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. | |||
| 03 Feb 2020 | 3 Things You Can Learn From Djokovic's Grand Slam Win | 00:08:20 | |
Brian gives 3 practical tips for tennis players after watching Novak Djokovic win his 8th Australian Open title. 1. How to Practice Depth On Your Strokes 2. Shot tolerance and lock down mode 3. Trust Your Game Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com Get Daily Live Tennis Scores on Backhand City from the ATP, WTA and ITF tours. | |||
| 20 Mar 2020 | What To Do When Your Tennis Courts Are Closed? | 00:07:25 | |
So what are you options when a pandemic hits and you can't play tennis at your local tennis courts? Brian gets into the the temporary tennis reality with some helpful pointers to keep your spirit on track in times of uncertainty. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 218 1. Have some perspective. It's only temporary. 2. Watch the Tennis Channel 3. Go for Bike or Run 4. Interval Training 5. Do a Stairwell Workout 6. Hit Against the Wall. Any Wall. 7. Take an online course 8. Set Up Your Find a Partner Profile 9. Rest Up Some Injuries 10. Write down your goals for rest of tennis season 11. Call a Tennis Buddy EXELERATOR TENNIS SYSTEM: A Fresh Start Guide on How To Play Smart Tennis | |||
| 01 Jan 2020 | Your 2020 Tennis Lesson Model: Perfektion vs Direction | 00:05:57 | |
Brian explains the value of direction for your 2020 tennis game. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 140 1. Don't be so hard on yourself. 2. Reframe Your Day 3. Each Day You Are Getting Better 4. Give Your Opponent Credit Sign up for Brian's 2020 Group Tennis Lesson Series for Adults in Miami, FL on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 05 Apr 2020 | 7-Day Kick Start Tennis Series: Day 4 - Return of Serve | 00:07:41 | |
Brian describes how Return of Serve practice can transform your tennis game. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 231 1. Find someone who can serve. 2. Find a Ball Machine with Elevated Projectile 3. Back Returns 4. Neutral Returns 5. Aggressive Returns MIAMI OPEN RETRO TEE SHIRT Pick Your Favorite Color, Size and Style HERE | |||
| 09 Feb 2022 | Tennis Loses Its Biggest Gentleman | 00:06:34 | |
Juan Martin del Potro plays his last career tennis match in front of his fans in Bueno Aires, Argentina.
On Court Farewell Speech (In Spanish)
Rocky Balboa
Match Highlights
Last Game Overcome with Emotion
Tennis Lessons Questionnaire
Host: Brian Lutz / Backhand City
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| 01 Dec 2019 | How Long Should You Go In Between Tennis Lessons? | 00:06:07 | |
Brian gives tennis players guidelines on how often you should play with your tennis coach along with value added services. Value Added Services: Game Arranging Match Charting/Stats Video Analysis Baseline Fitness Test / Beep Test Free Podcast / Blog | |||
| 16 Jan 2022 | Blind Spots Send Djokovic Home From Australia | 00:06:30 | |
Novak Djokovic laser focus on over coming administrative "snafus" at the Australian border may leave an imprint on his brand he may never recover from. Backhand City Tennis Lessons Questionnaire Brian Lutz / Twitter | |||
| 11 Mar 2020 | The 15 Minute Tennis Wall Workout | 00:07:46 | |
How to sneak in a productive tennis workout on busy days. Tennis Wall Workout / Daily Tennis Tips / Episode 210 1. What Level Tennis Players Are You? 2. Sneakers would be ideal 3. Start up close. 4. Work on one shot. 5. Organically back up. 6. Maintain as many reps as you can. 7. The End / Back to Life Xelerator Tennis System: A Fresh Start Guide on How To Play Smart Tennis | |||
| 05 Dec 2019 | Should You Use a Western Grip For Your Forehand? | 00:06:53 | |
Brian explains who are the ideal candidates for learning a Western grip forehand and how to make the decision that is right for your tennis game. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 113 1. How old are you? 2. How strong are you? 3. How flexible are you? 4. How much time do you have to practice? 5. How many lessons can you take? Fill out our application for Private Tennis Lessons with a Backhand City Tennis Pro to learn the Western Grip Forehand | |||
| 19 Mar 2020 | The French Open Makes Historic Changes | 00:07:16 | |
The French Open changes is Spring time schedule because of Corona Virus to the Fall. Why the pro's should be grateful and not complain. TENNIS NEWS / EPISODE 217 1. It's easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. 2. What input could players possible give? 3. The players are the product. 4. The real customers are the fans. 5. What will happen to other events and tournaments? XELERATOR TENNIS SYSTEM: A Fresh Start Guide On How To Play Smart Tennis. | |||
| 03 Oct 2019 | Hey You! Part 3 of XIII Commandments of a Tennis Coach. | 00:04:27 | |
In Commandment III, Brian explains the importance of connecting with new tennis student on their first day of tennis class and how he and his staff assimilated new customers. | |||
| 27 Jan 2022 | Medvedev's Balls of Steel | 00:06:16 | |
Is Felix Auger Aliassime the next big thing? He and Daniil Medvedev go the distance in Australia in the Quarterfinals of the 2022 Australian Open Men's Singles draw. Brian's Tennis Lessons Questionnaire | |||
| 04 Oct 2019 | Why Isn't Your Student Listening To Any of Your Tennis Instruction? | 00:05:22 | |
Commandant #4 of XIII Commandments of a Tennis Coach deals with understanding the individual learning styles of your class and how to relate to each player as well as the group at the same time. To Find Out Your Learning Style Check out the episodes below: | |||
| 03 Dec 2019 | How To Keep a Tennis Player From Getting Fat Over the Holidays | 00:06:11 | |
A Practical Guide to keeping your tennis game sharp and your weight down over the holidays. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 111 1. Buy those mini beverages. 2. Eat healthy before you go to the party. 3. Hit against the wall. 4. Just say no to office parties. 5. Organize a Tennis Party. 6. Do a off court warm up and cool down after tennis. 7. Hang with healthy people. 8. Drink water and less alcohol. Get Private Tennis Lessons with a Backhand City Tennis Professional | |||
| 03 Sep 2019 | John McEnroe Learners | 00:05:08 | |
"Feel Learners" also known as Kinesthetic Learnings. We all have some level of kinesthetic learning but some have more than others. Brian's explains what to look for when learning tennis this way and what types of people fall into this category. John McEnroe was the ultimate Kinesthetic Learner. His legendary feel made him the ultimate example of someone who dives into a task head first to experience how to play a sport like tennis. Learn by experience and utilize on court trial and error to improve your tennis game. | |||
| 24 Jan 2022 | Why Where Australian Open Tennis Fans Asked To Remove Peng Shuai T-Shirts? | 00:05:39 | |
Fans making political statements at Australian Open have their tee-shirts removed over the Peng Shuai controversy. Is the Chinese government forcing the hand of Tennis Australia? Backhand City Tennis Lesson Questionnaire | |||
| 04 Dec 2019 | 4 Valuable Ways for Absorbing Pace on Your Ground Strokes | 00:07:39 | |
Brian shortens up his swing to show players the art of absorbing pace as a valuable addition to your tennis game. SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 112 1. Absorbing Pace on Drop Shots 2. Absorbing Pace on Lobs 3. Absorbing Pace on Return of Serve 4. Absorbing pace on Directional Changes Fill out your application for Private Tennis Lessons with a Backhand City Tennis Professional. | |||
| 15 Mar 2020 | How To Let Your Student Self Discover Their Tennis Skills | 00:08:12 | |
Brian demonstrates the art of "getting out of the way" of your student's development. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 213 1. You can lead a horse to water but you can't make them drink. 2. Student needs to take ownership of the stroke. 3. Recognize when you are solving a problem as opposed to creating a new one 4. Summarize the outcome 5. Trust the process. XELERATOR TENNIS SYSTEM: A Fresh Start Guide on How To Play Smart Tennis | |||
| 14 Aug 2023 | US Open Prize Money: Pickleball vs Tennis | 00:06:40 | |
If pickleball is so hot why is it so far behind tennis in prize money when comparing respective US Opens? Brian dives into the numbers and how long it takes to build market share in sports. With the digital economy and new leagues like Major League Pickleball you might be surprised how far pickleball has come as a sport. | |||
| 23 Feb 2020 | How To Not Get Better at Tennis | 00:06:13 | |
Ever have a tennis pro feed you from a ball hopper when you don't have to move? This is the perfect recipe for a stagnant tennis game. Brian shows you the features to look for in a tennis lesson that result in stagnant growth. EPISODE 193 / DAILY TENNIS TIPS 1. Stand Still 2. Work on Timing 3. Don't Worry If You Miss 4. Pick Up the Balls 5. Repeat for 1 hour 6. Make Payment Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. | |||
| 07 Feb 2020 | How To Motivate Tennis Students | 00:06:28 | |
Tennis players are human and even though tennis class is a students sanctuary and escape from the real world some days the students need a nudge to get them to perform at a higher level to get the most out of an on court session. Brian gives a few tips and insight on some ways to accomplish this goal. Find Your Aha Moment Daily Tennis Tips / Episode 177 1. Auditory Motivation 2. Physical Motivation 3. Nutritional Boost 4. Modification and Adjustments Get Live Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits daily on Backhand-City.com Join Brian in his 2020 Adult Tennis Lessons Series in Miami. Sign up on Backhand City via Tennis Registration Link. Find a Tennis Partner in Miami. Join Backhand City to start searching for tennis players today. | |||
| 22 Mar 2020 | What Is On Your Tennis Bucket List? | 00:08:00 | |
Brian goes over some wish list items for tennis players before they "kick the bucket". 1. Get back to Wimbledon 2. Play at the All Iowa Lawn Tennis Club 3. Travel on ITF Senior Circuit 4. Travel the Spring Clay Court Season: Monte Carlo, Barcelona, Madrid, Rome, Paris 5. Get Back to Australian Open XELERATOR TENNIS SYSTEM: A Fresh Start Guide on How To Play Smart Tennis | |||
| 24 Dec 2019 | What Is Institutionalized Tennis Instruction And Why Is It Bad For Your Tennis Game? | 00:08:40 | |
Brian's explains what are institutionalized mantra's in tennis instruction. Where did they come from come from, how long have they been around and why are they bad for your tennis game? SHOW NOTES / EPISODE 132 Top 10 Institutionalized Tennis Lesson Terms 1. Follow Thru 2. Bend Your Knees 3. Turn Your Shoulders 4. Watch the Ball 5. You're Late. 6. You're Early 7. Move Your Feet 8. Snap Your Wrist 9. Spaghetti Arm 10. Get Low Sign Up for 2020 Group Tennis Lessons in Miami with Brian on Backhand-City.com | |||
| 06 Apr 2020 | 7-Day Kick Start Tennis Series: Day 5- Situational Drilling | 00:07:20 | |
Brian explains the benefits of "Situational Drilling" to improve your tennis game. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 232 1. Who are Situational Drills Good for? 2. What is a Situational Drill? 3. Why are Situational Drills Beneficial? 4. When is a good time to do Situational Drills? 5. Which Situational Drills are best? MIAMI OPEN RETRO TEE SHIRT Pick Your Favorite Color, Size and Style HERE | |||
| 21 Apr 2020 | What Makes The Same Tennis Court Faster or Slower from Year To Year? | 00:10:24 | |
Brian analyzes court speed and how to decipher how tennis courts are built and maintained for playing tennis for recreational tennis players. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 244 1. Hard Courts 2. Red Clay Courts 3. Green Clay 4. Artificial Grass 5. Grass Courts 6. Indoor Carpet | |||
| 25 Jan 2022 | Nadal Is On A Mission in Oz | 00:07:05 | |
Rafael Nadal survives conspiracy theories and five sets to advance into the semi finals of the 2022 Australian Open. Nadal Highlights from QF with Shapovalov Special K's Win Doubles for Australia Backhand City Tennis Lesson Questionnaire | |||
| 16 Dec 2019 | How Far Will You Travel To Play Tennis? | 00:06:08 | |
Brian shares industry insight and personal experience on how far tennis players travel to play tennis. 1. Regular Game 2. Tennis Programs 3. Tournaments or Events Sign up for Brian's tennis classes in Coconut Grove on Monday and Tuesday nights in Miami | |||
| 22 Jan 2020 | What Can You Learn For Your Tennis Game Watching Serena Williams? | 00:05:44 | |
Brian's breaks down Serena Williams 1st round victory at the 2020 Australian Open and deciphers what match strategies you can use for your own tennis game. | |||
| 13 May 2020 | Why Is YouTube A Messy Place for Tennis Advice? | 00:08:41 | |
Brian helps your decipher the world of internet tennis lessons on YouTube. DAILY TENNIS TIP / EPISODE 260 1. It's not targeting you. 2. Camry vs Formula One 3. Perspective of the Blogosphere 4. The language barrier of English 5. Systems Are The Key SHOW NOTES: Example of how hard it is to teach tennis to a new player with bad tennis instruction. BACK HAND CITY MEMBERSHIP: "I help aspiring tennis players with inconsistent shots by giving them a practice plan to become better tennis players". Brian Lutz Are you ready to begin? Join Here To Get On The Waitlist Here for Backhand City Membership. | |||
| 27 Nov 2019 | How To Develop a Playing Style for Your Tennis Game | 00:06:15 | |
What is your playing style? Brian explores the important of developing a playing style based on your tennis skills and personality type. 1. All Court 2. Serve and Volley 3. Aggressive Baseliner 4. Defensive Player SHOW NOTES: Video Samples of Playing Style For Tennis Lessons with Brian Visit Backhand City | |||
| 05 Nov 2019 | Can You Learn From Tennis Coaches under 30? | 00:07:19 | |
Brian explains the benefits of being a tennis coach starting out in 2019 as compared to previous generations and how he coached when he was younger and compared to present day. Join our Twins of Miami LiveBall giveaway. Grab your email and go to Backhand-City.com to register. | |||
| 06 Mar 2020 | Low and Go Serve Max Out Serve Technique | 00:06:55 | |
Brian gives players an alternative serve for hitting with more power on your service game. DAILY TENNIS TIPS / EPISODE 205 1. Keep the toss short. 2. Benefits to short toss. 3. Go fast and go hard. 4. Rehearse for timing. 5. Understand Risk vs Reward. Daily Tennis Scores from the ATP, WTA and ITF Tennis Circuits on Backhand City. Join Brian's 2020 Beginner Tennis Lesson Series in Miami. Find a Tennis Partner for free by joining Backhand-City.com here. | |||
| 04 Jan 2020 | When Is The Right Time To Play a Let? | 00:08:58 | |
Brian explains how to use a let with in the rules and good etiquette. Sign up for Brian's 2020 Adult Tennis Lesson Series in Miami on Backhand-City.com | |||