Meike Babel Tennis

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Tennis

World-class content and insight from the only former Top #30 player on the internet. My career high was #27 WTA in Singles; #45 WTA Doubles. I was coached by some of the best coaches in the game who also worked with Grand Slam Champions and I continue to learn from them today. I competed in 19 Grand Slam main draws and participated in the Billie-Jean-King-Cup for Germany. I'm also a Certified Mental Skills Coach. If you want world class instructions for all aspects of the game, please subscribe. Join my Patreon Channel for MORE and EXCLUSIVE content: www.patreon.com/Meikebabel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meikebabel/?hl=enl Website: https://www.meikebabel.com/ (Sign up for my newsletter!) Email me at meike@meikebabel.com

Location: US

Joined: February 2011

Videos

Today • 0:29

How to "earn" a short ball in #tennis

You can force a short ball on which you can change direction by putting pressure on your opponent. You can vary: 🎾 Height 🎾 Depth 🎾 Width 🎾 Speed 🎾 and Spin of your shot to "earn" that ball! And friendly reminder: When you work on earning the change of direction, make sure to recover properly 😀 If you're interested in more tips, check out my latest YouTube Video, the 🔗 is above in my BIO! #stiga #tennis #meikebabel #tennislove #tennisübungen #tennisstrategy #tennissingles

Today • 0:34

When does it make sense to change direction?

When does it make sense to change direction (from a cross court to a down the line ball)? When the ball sits more in the middle and is shorter. Be careful when changing direction after you've been pulled out wide, watch the reel to find out why! Want more tips and drills on the change of direction? Check out my latest YouTube Video, the 🔗 is above in my BIO! #stiga #tenniscoaching #tennisdrills #onlinetennisinstructions #onlinetennislessons #onlinetennislesson #meikebabel

Today • 15:26

When to Go Down the Line in Tennis (Most Players Get This Wrong)

🎾 How to Change Direction in Tennis (Singles Strategy) | Former WTA #27 Match Drills Struggling to know when to go down the line vs crosscourt in singles? In this video, I (former WTA #27) play live drills and points to teach you real match strategy for changing direction the right way — exactly how it works in competition. You’ll watch me play every rally while breaking down: • Singles court positioning & recovery • When crosscourt is the high-percentage shot • How to earn a down-the-line attack • How to use depth, height, width, speed & spin to force short balls • Serve +1 patterns to open the court These are the same patterns used on the WTA and ATP Tour, adapted for intermediate and advanced club players who want to win more singles matches instead of just rallying. If you want to build points, take time away, and control rallies, this video will change how you how to play. 🎾🔥 🎾 Partner Links & Discounts My Patreon Membership for MORE and EXCLUSIVE Content https://www.patreon.com/Meikebabel ADV Tennis – 10% off https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/ADVMEIKE Titan Ball Machines – 10% off https://titanballmachines.com/Meike SwingVision – FREE Swing Stick with Pro Subscription https://swing.tennis/r/meiketennis STIGA Rackets & Gear – 15% off with code: MEIKE15 https://adtr.co/96dv1b TopspinPro – Tennis Training Aid https://topspinpro.com/product/topspinpro-tennis-training-aid/ref/meike/ TennisFitness.com – 10% off with code: Meike https://www.memberstennisfitness.com/ Full disclosure: I receive a small commission on each sale of the above products. Which will help me keep making the content you expect from me :-)

Today • 0:13

#tennisserve pattern

Serve out wide, second ball into the open court. Played to perfection by Karolina Muchova. Do you use this pattern?#stiga #tennis #meikebabel #onlinetennislesson #tennisfun

January 13, 2026 • 0:22

Keep moving after your approach shot #tennis

You either split step when your opponent ✅ is making contact with the ball or ✅ you've reached a good first volley position 🚫 Don't stop at the service line Keep moving through your volleys! #stiga #TennisVolley #forehandvolley #backhandvolley #meikebabel #tennislesson

January 11, 2026 • 0:26

#tennisforehand My favorite drills to work on change of direction!

One of my favorite drills to work on change of direction! Just don't miss the forehand in the net 😂 PS: Why do I bounce the ball? It gives the ball forward rotation which is usually what a player gets rather than the backspin of a volley #stiga #TennisForehand #meikebabel #ForehandTechnique #ForehandPower #ForehandWinner #ForehandDrills

January 10, 2026 • 0:07

Do this #tennisdrill if you're struggling with the correct #servegrip

If you're struggling with the correct grip - the continental grip - on your serve, use this drill to work on the correct swing path. Start in an abbreviated position and work on leading with the edge of the racket on the upswing and then turning your racket face to meet the ball square on. That's your long axis shoulder rotation (combination of internal shoulder rotation AND forearm pronation) that you need. #stiga #tennisserves #tennisserve #tennisservepractice #meikebabel #tennisservelessons #tennisserveclinic #tennisservecoach #tennisserveaccuracy #tennisservepower

January 9, 2026 • 0:12

MUST HAVE follow-through and finish fundamental on #tennisforehand

On your follow-through and finish, make sure the side of the strings with which you hit the ball faces to the outside! I love Emma Navarro's clean forehand, especially the long extension through the ball! Which part do you like best? Comment below! 🎥 Thanks, @slomotennis for the great footage! #stiga #tennis #meikebabel #tennislove #tennisplayer #tennislifestyle

January 8, 2026 • 0:10

EVERY #tennisforehand has to have the lock-in position

This is a fundamental EVERY forehand has to have: The lock-in position - butt cap pointing to the incoming ball. 🚫 DO NOT force this position ✅ Relax your arm and hand and you'll naturally get into this position If you want to know WHY you SHOULDN'T force this position, watch my latest Youtube video. 🔗 in bio! 🎥: Thanks, @slomotennis for the great footage! #stiga #TennisForehand #meikebabel #ForehandTechnique #ForehandPower #ForehandWinner #ForehandDrills #ForehandSkills #ForehandGrip #ForehandTraining #ForehandSmash #ForehandStroke #ForehandMaster #ForehandShot #ForehandTennis #ForehandDominance #ForehandControl #ForehandPrecision #ForehandSpeed #ForehandAccuracy #ForehandSpin #ForehandPlacement #ForehandSwing #ForehandPowerhouse #ForehandWinner #ForehandFollowThrough #ForehandGame

January 8, 2026 • 10:46

Why Your Tennis Forehand Breaks Down Under Pressure (And How to Fix It)

If you want a consistent, reliable tennis forehand that holds up under pressure — whether you’re playing league tennis, tournaments, or practice matches — this video breaks down the exact fundamentals every great forehand is built on. Many players get stuck copying pro forehand styles (Alcaraz, Sinner, Swiatek, etc.) and end up losing consistency. In this lesson, you’ll learn the difference between style vs fundamentals, so you can build a forehand that works for your grip, body type, and athletic abilities. This video explains why elite forehands look different but perform the same, and how you can apply the same principles to improve control, topspin, power, and consistency at any level. Thank you, @slowmotennis, for letting me use your FANTASTIC footage! ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 - 1:02 Intro and examples of pro forehands 1:03 - 3:55 Fundamental 1: The Grip 3:56 - 5:11 Fundamental 2: Take back/ Unit turn 5:12 - 6:47 Fundamental 3: The Lock-in position 6:48 - 8:30 Fundamental 4: The Contact 8:31 Fundamental 5: Finish and follow through 🎾 Partner Links & Discounts My Patreon Membership for MORE and EXCLUSIVE Content https://www.patreon.com/Meikebabel ADV Tennis – 10% off https://www.advtennis.pro/discount/ADVMEIKE Titan Ball Machines – 10% off https://titanballmachines.com/Meike SwingVision – FREE Swing Stick with Pro Subscription https://swing.tennis/r/meiketennis STIGA Rackets & Gear – 15% off with code: MEIKE15 https://adtr.co/96dv1b TopspinPro – Tennis Training Aid https://topspinpro.com/product/topspinpro-tennis-training-aid/ref/meike/ TennisFitness.com – 10% off with code: Meike https://www.memberstennisfitness.com/ Full disclosure: I receive a small commission on each sale of the above products. Which will help me keep making the content you expect from me :-)

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