If you’re over 50 and still driven by competition, Insider’s Playbook is built for you. This podcast goes beyond generic tennis advice and into the strategic, physical, and mental edge senior players need to compete longer and win more matches.
Hosted by senior tennis tournament competitor Mike Rogers, and founder os SeniorTennisUnpacked.com, each episode features elite coaches, national champions, and performance experts sharing real strategies to help you move smarter, train efficiently, stay injury-resistant, and out-think opponents who rely on youth alone.
Subscribe now and step inside the playbook that top senior players use to keep raising their game.
If you’re over 50 and still driven by competition, Insider’s Playbook is built for you. This podcast goes beyond generic tennis advice and into the strategic, physical, and mental edge senior players need to compete longer and win more matches.
Hosted by senior tennis tournament competitor Mike Rogers, and founder os SeniorTennisUnpacked.com, each episode features elite coaches, national champions, and performance experts sharing real strategies to help you move smarter, train efficiently, stay injury-resistant, and out-think opponents who rely on youth alone.
Subscribe now and step inside the playbook that top senior players use to keep raising their game.
In this episode of Insider's Playbook, host Mike Rogers speaks with performance coach Ben Wolfe about the essential warm-up routines for senior tennis players. They discuss the importance of dynamic stretching, engaging specific muscle groups, and preventing injuries to maintain competitive play. Ben emphasizes the significance of understanding the 'why' behind warm-up exercises to motivate players to take care of their bodies. The conversation also touches on practical tips for quick warm-up routines that can be done before matches.
Contact Coach Ben Wolfe:
Website: https://wolfetennisperformance.com
Workshops: https://wolfetennisperformance.com/tennisworkshops
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wolfetennisperformance
Takeaways
· The more you move on the court, the more important warm-up is.
· Static stretching is not effective before playing tennis.
· Dynamic stretching involves movement and is crucial for warming up.
· Engaging shoulder muscles helps prevent injuries.
· Strengthening the stomach can alleviate back issues.
· Knee pain often indicates issues elsewhere in the body.
· Glute activation is essential for overall strength and injury prevention.
· A quick warm-up can be done in under 10 minutes.
· Understanding the reasons behind warm-up routines motivates players.
· Taking care of your body now can prevent future injuries.
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Warm-Up for Senior Tennis Players
10:42 Dynamic Stretching and Engagement Techniques
13:42 Understanding the Why Behind Warm-Up Routines
About Senior Tennis Unpacked
Senior Tennis Unpacked brings you three ways to stay sharp and inspired on court:
· Changeover — weekly articles with insights, stories, and strategies for senior players
· Insider’s Playbook — expert interview series with coaches, champions, and performance pros
· Gold Ball Tennis — my personal journey chasing national titles and sharing what I learn along the way
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Bonus Guides:
· Up Your Tennis Game — Smart strategies to win more
· Frustrated to Focus — Mental reset for better matches
· Get Fit Get Strong — Tennis-specific strength and mobility plan