NEVER Get CHICKEN-WINGED Again!

As players seek to enhance pickleball performances, most are constantly seeking ways to exploit their opponents' weaknesses. One such vulnerability is the "chicken wing"—an awkward position where the player becomes caught between hitting a forehand or a backhand, resulting in a less effective shot. Thank you Thorlo for making this video possible! Engineered with varying levels of padding, their pickleball socks provide maximum comfort and support. Get yours here! https://thorlo.com/pages/pickleball Grab your ProXR Signature or Sweet Spot Max paddles here! https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/shop/ Subscribe to my newsletter to stay up to date with me on and off the court! https://zanenavratilpickleball.com My Kineon MOVE+ Pro helps with my nagging injuries and joint pain using red light therapy that I can use at home. Learn more here and check out my review video! https://kineon.io https://youtu.be/HwMAkTmtVBA Recover with Yobow, the most compact massage pistol! Each purchase includes a free Yobow warm-up band ($25 value) and US shipping! https://zanenavratilpickleball.com/shop/ Up your practice sessions and game with a Lobster ball machine. Use code ZANE5 for 5% off any pickleball machine/accessories. https://lobstersports.com/collections/pickleball-machines Go to Har-Tru for all your pickleball court equipment needs. Use discount code ZANE10 to receive 10% off your purchase. https://hartru.com/ Tune into Game+ Network, the official home of Major League Pickleball in Canada! https://gameplusnetwork.com/ The AIM7 app turns data from wearables to personalized and actionable solutions focused on pickleball performance, recovery, and injury prevention. Download it here and add code ZANE25 to receive a 30-day free trial, and annual subscription for 25% off! You'll also get 30% off Thorne supplements! https://www.aim7.com/?via=zane UPTIME Energy gives me smooth and sustained energy to power through my day! Check them out here! https://www.uptimeenergy.com/ Zane’s on Cameo!! https://cameo.com/zanenavratilpickleball Zane Navratil has devised a strategy that you can add to your pickleball playbook to defend against this predicament. Here are his insights on avoiding the dreaded chicken wing during a match. A strong ready position is crucial in defending against the chicken wing. Many players tend to favor their backhand, leading to a committed stance that hinders quick transitions. Navratil suggests adopting a more neutral position, angling the paddle slightly towards 11:00 or noon. This adjustment allows for smoother transitions between forehand and backhand shots, ensuring you're prepared for whatever comes your way. For detailed guidance, Zane's instructional videos on ready positions provide valuable tips and tricks to help players achieve a consistent stance. Sliding on the court is another effective technique to avoid the chicken wing. By anticipating your opponent's shots and subtly shifting your body, you can position yourself advantageously. If you sense that your opponent is targeting your right side, slide your body to either hit a forehand or a backhand more comfortably. This proactive movement, termed "sliding," is extensively covered in Navratil's YouTube Channel. Overextending during dinks or hand exchanges can make you susceptible to the chicken wing. Zane emphasizes the importance of staying compact, ensuring that your paddle remains within your field of vision during both backswing and follow-through. Overextension leaves you vulnerable and with insufficient time to recover to a ready position. By keeping your movements tight and controlled, you enhance your ability to respond effectively and avoid being caught off guard. The concept of shifting, as Navratil describes, involves adjusting your body weight rather than moving your feet. This subtle shift can help you evade the chicken wing position by keeping your body aligned and ready for quick exchanges. A recommended drill to practice this involves engaging in rapid hand exchanges without moving your feet, focusing solely on shifting your weight to maintain balance and readiness. Despite these strategies, it's important to acknowledge that the dynamic nature of pickleball means some attacks will inevitably catch you in the chicken wing position. However, by integrating these four tips into your game, you can significantly reduce the frequency and impact of such scenarios. For those looking to enhance pickleball defense further, Zane recommends exploring the new shot called the Scorpion. This technique, detailed in his latest video, provides an innovative approach to ensuring that the chicken wing becomes a thing of the past. Mastering the chicken wing defense requires a combination of a solid ready position, strategic sliding, compact movements, and weight shifting. With practice and dedication, players can enhance their defensive skills and gain a competitive edge on the court. Source: Zane Navratil Pickleball

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