EP054 - The Biomechanics Behind Elite Tennis: Caroline Martin Explains the Science

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EP054 - The Biomechanics Behind Elite Tennis: Caroline Martin Explains the Science

Going Pro by ATA

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EP054 - The Biomechanics Behind Elite Tennis: Caroline Martin Explains the Science

In this episode of Going Pro by ATA, I sit down with Caroline Martin, associate professor, tennis player, coach, and one of the world’s leading experts in tennis biomechanics. Her research focuses on how technique, physical attributes, equipment, and environment shape performance and long-term player health.Caroline breaks down:- Why the serve is the most biomechanically complex stroke in tennis- How to tailor serving technique to different body types- The most common biomechanical patterns that lead to shoulder, back, and wrist injuries- How coaches can develop a biomechanical eye- Why French tennis produces such diverse playing styles- The role of video analysis in player development- Practical, accessible on-court drills to improve performance- How future tennis training will rely more on data, mechanics, and individualisationWhether you’re a coach, parent, developing athlete, or tennis fan, this conversation gives you a deeper understanding of how biomechanics elevates performance while protecting players over the course of a season — and a career.🎾 If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to Like, Subscribe and Share — it helps us bring more world-class tennis minds to the show.Instagram: @caromartin_tennisWebsite: caromartin-tennis.com

00:00 Caroline's Journey into Biomechanics

02:44 The Art of Serving: Key Principles

08:11 Tailoring Serves to Player Attributes

13:32 Common Biomechanical Issues in Serving

15:49 Improving Biomechanical Awareness for Coaches

19:15 The Unique French Tennis Approach

21:37 Biomechanics Beyond the Serve

24:25 Practical Drills for Coaches

27:01 Player Engagement in Biomechanical Analysis

29:16 Future Trends in Tennis Biomechanics