3 Mistakes I Made as a New Badminton Player

[@hekklepekkle]

im honestly shocked and so incredibly thankful for you and these vids (esPECIALLY THE BOOK everyone check it out its brilliant) because my school’s badminton coaches have been the only people to really teach me and btw they weren’t actual coaches they just volunteered. they always told us to smash or clear to keep your racket straight facing the net and that “its all in the wrist” like,,,, thank you for correcting me skskks

[@SwiftBadminton]

angeline fernandez glad it helped you, good luck with your badminton!

[@chamariar3200]

I'm trying to become a better player myself! Freshman year, my coach was no help, sophomore year I started watching videos like these to improve myself but I'm still behind.

[@hekklepekkle]

Chamaria R good for you hun! these videos really are insaanely helpful

[@BadmintonFamly]

Great content as always Jonathan! Little fun fact to make your claim about the power not coming from the wrist even stronger. The muscles involved in flexing and extending the wrist is moved by smaller muscle groups only in the forearm, whereas rotation in the forearm involves bigger muscle groups including the overarm. Glad to see a badminton coach putting great information out on the internet!!

[@SwiftBadminton]

Badminton System exactly, this myth is so frustrating! Nice to hear from you rasmus

[@joshuasequeira4662]

Your channel is so underrated. This is surely one of the best badminton channels out there. Keep up the good work. As an amateur, this has helped me a lot. Thanks a ton.

[@novaiviperclashroyale7508]

Can you make a video on you playing against someone?

[@SwiftBadminton]

Nova I Viper Clash Royale will do at some point, need to get back into the game first

[@adityabhaskersrivastava5494]

@@SwiftBadminton pls do

[@linnliu7304]

I agree

[@Happy-cm7uo]

I feel you man, I was just recently injured my shoulder and glutes, and no matter how long I rested it never seemed to recover... But im all good now, and have learnt alot from the experience.

[@kinpede8247]

Can u make a video on backhand? My backhand is so weak, can u give tips or types of training to have a stronger backhand? Thx for ur great videos😁

[@SwiftBadminton]

Kin Pede will do a video on backhabds in the future

[@zeeshancc]

Swift Badminton School yes that would be great...waiting

[@glynhannaford7992]

Jon has done an extremely good video on this now :-)

[@alexan.c]

Thanks, for sharing. Many coaches would not even offer this, and if you ask them they beat around bushes or give correct but incomplete info, but you give it straight in under 10 minutes! Valuable video & e-book 👍for all players

[@Happy-cm7uo]

Best tips for new badminton players I have learnt: 1. Take care of your body/do proper warm up & cool down. 2. Be flexible, don't be too stiff. 3. Don't over train yourself, and know your own limits.

[@mohitkumawat4288]

U r very energetic person . Its vry great full to see u n listen u bcz we can see ur dedication n knowledge about this game.n i loved to play this game.

[@kyleseixas5927]

So good! So much help 💪🏽 you have viewers from panama 🇵🇦❤️

[@jennyvillagomez6408]

I made the team! Thank you for the videos for helping out!

[@christianmendoza9842]

I’d consider myself a pretty good player but I struggle a lot with footwork especially back footwork everyone shows me a different way and I have no formal training and all my peers are trained (Bintang) I’d really appreciate a video on that. Thank you!

[@ADVENTURE906]

I started playing badminton when I was 9, Well... I'm 11 now but I went to regionals in the Philippines so... Yay?

[@stealthyleopard4588]

Felvince Jm Dy you are a filipino too??

[@lemonsquares9888]

Any Pinoys here

[@madmaxz4921]

Uy congrats pare hahaha

[@Felvincc]

Piskot 😂

[@hentaisama9327]

Paglaki mo, Let the sport be heard all over the country then. Para naman badminton ang istream sa s&a di puro basketball and volleyball. Though i respect them naman. No hate. Just smash.

[@bluemoonwei]

thank you so much for all the help i signed for the emails and the ebook already. Played my last match in aus yesterday and got so much out of this. Love your enthusiasm in your cool videos!

[@danny20297]

Great video Johnathen,just discovered your vids this morning.I am an avid fan who is looking at improving my play,your stuff will help immensely.Looking forward to working my way through them.Thanks again.

[@doodoomobah]

I have an unrelated question. You probably know badminton is one of the more "irrelevant" sports to professors and such figures when it comes to the academic world. It's often overshadowed by more renowned activities such as basketball, and therefore unfavorable to put in an application because literally nobody gives a damn. Could you make a video or provide some sort of advice on how to maintain a successful academic career, but continue badminton as a main sport? (Excuse my english lol)

[@SwiftBadminton]

My next video is going to be sort of relevant, it's about the popularity of the sport in the west. You're correct that no one gives a damn, but my advice to you is to work on your time management. You will be able to fit badminton around your studies if you're motivated enough.

[@googlestealmydatapls5410]

Do you have a video about being able to get better without anybody to play with :( Like Jeffrey's comment, where I live badminton isn't a very major sport :(

[@rayaan3395]

Jeffrey Yi In France even if badminton is not that popular, it's still prefered over Basketball, football remains Godtier

[@jackburtonstwin]

Good video, and you raise a common issue for beginners. As an experienced badminton coach myself I found it very useful to focus on the player's racket grip from day one. With the racket held in the correct grip the tendency to hit with a pan-handle action is much reduced as the racket head no longer faces square on to the shuttle and requires forearm pronation to present cleanly to the shuttle.

[@SwiftBadminton]

David Adams Completely agree with you. The problem is beginners will show you a proper forehand grip, but tend to shift their grip before the stroke to a panhandle grip, and then proceed to make the same error

[@jackburtonstwin]

That is a common problem and you are right about having to establish muscle memory through repetition. The same logic can be applied to correcting grips although, as a coach, it is a pain to have to be constantly focusing on the player's grip as well as their basic technique.

[@SwiftBadminton]

Yep, just part of the process!

[@ovtroll1199]

When I was younger. I had very little coaching. I had obly had coaching on serving. Then the rest I had to find how to do it myself. And haven't make any mistakes on this video

[@jaehapark99]

I play volleyball very frequently and although this video is talking about a completely different sport I was able to relate everything that was stated in this video back to my own progress in volleyball. Thanks for sharing your experiences and advice.

[@SwiftBadminton]

Jaemin Park glad to hear it!

[@ganeshandlalitha1542]

Thanks for the clear tips. Really helpful

[@jowyanderson6129]

Hi Johnathan, your e book is amazing ! So are your videos !

[@rka1916]

Love your videos. Keep it up man.

[@howlingclaw8577]

yeah.. when i started, first, i was the best in my college school.. they chose to fight other schools and i get exhausted so fast.. maybe 3/4 a set.. when i started going to gym, all of that got fixed.. i can do 2 sets and more straight now.. and now i began training in china and got even better.. coaches there are good.. if i didnt start going to gym back then i wouldve been so exhausted in my practice in china and would quite so easily..

[@brunofigueiredo795]

Nice video mate, this is such a unique channel. Keep making videos like these.

[@FlVE]

The thing you said about stamina and strength training is something i have been thinking about doing for a few days as i have started playing very recently and have noticed sometimes that i am just completely out of my breath in between a match. I have had some joints and muscle pain come up too but decided to pust through only to make it worse. Finally decided to take rest for a week and the first day i went back i played my best so far. I have also decided to start jogging again to improve my stamina.

[@yashodharamahanta6727]

I actually hit my wrist hard while trying to make it stronger(I thought all power came from the wrist) So thanks for removing the notion. Much easier now..😌

[@SwiftBadminton]

yep!

[@glynhannaford7992]

Love your pic Cara!

[@yashodharamahanta6727]

@@glynhannaford7992 Thanks💜

[@glynhannaford7992]

Which part of the world do you live Cara? x

[@yashodharamahanta6727]

With love from Spain... But why? And wbu??

[@zeeshancc]

Great video i took a break from badminton last month and am training at the gym for strength, agility and stamina as i was getting injuries every now and then and your video makes sense...good video

[@andliketubermand7608]

Your sooo right a Good coach is really important. If ya have one that have been playing him/herself its really helps. Ive had 4 coaches and one is a former pro from top 100 and another that has been training the u22 team in my country

[@JAMOnffc]

Very good video mate, keep up the good work!

[@luciuscaeciliuslucundus3647]

Great video! Thanks so much for the advice!

[@Pradhi_R]

Jonathan. Fantastically deserved. I think you sacrified a lot to become such a good coach to your students and even us in youtube. Good job Great work May god bless you

[@jasey6593]

Such a nice video, just finished my first year of competitive play and it was so depressing with the results. I trained daily on almost every aspect and to just little result. Your videos really keep my motivation up to keep training. Tx dude

[@SwiftBadminton]

Good luck!

[@Fishing256]

Absolutely love your channel! Specifically this video and the one that you explained how squat is important to build lower body strength!

[@jasonfishy]

Totally agree with u about the strength training part. Without the strength you'll be very prone to injuries.

[@thekongtap1987]

Well done the Video Jonathan. Talk of your own experience.

[@katsudonisyummy4240]

I probably gonna play my first real match in september and I am super anxious. You made me notice that I make your mistakes too and I hope I can avoid them to practice better. (Even though I often run to build up stamina) Thanks for the video

[@julianlookh]

My advice to badminton players, strong legs and core are a must. You need to reach there first before you can hit, so we are using our legs all the time moving within the court and powerful smashes comes from strong legs. Wrist power is just for the snapping action and direction you want the shuttlecock to move. If your legs are weak, you will looked like a fool when playing badminton. Another pro-tip, in badminton doubles the NET is your ally. Use it to protect yourself and dictate the return which will be a lift from your opponent or a net play. Usually it will be a lift and and your partner will be ready for the kill. Never lift if you are playing at front.

[@ekkn]

I have a question on the slow motion stroke on 4:12, you started with your palm facing forward but halfway it faced inward then outward again. Is this right? It's difficult to do the follow through.

[@babywattscycling]

Hi, somehow you managed to describe me perfectly in this video... :D One question tho, do you think its necessary to specifically train the muscles involved in pronation of your arm for more power in your smash? E.g., pronator teres and pronator quadratus or will these muscles naturally get stronger as i play? (I picked up badminton 2 years ago im 26)

[@pcgamerz9271]

You're right I got hamstring injury several time tho it was minor but still it came back again and again I was so frustrated but after weight training now I'm a gr8 athlete

[@jonathanwang7456]

Can you make a video on how to win actual games/tournaments? Cuz I kept on losing to players who are clearly not as good in terms on skills.

[@alancmchan]

Your ebook link is broken. I’ve signed up twice and it hasn’t sent anything (junk box is empty also!). Could you re-set it up and let me know? Thanks

[@kermitthefrog5442]

Me: deciding to join SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVE TEAM in badminton when I have only played badminton for a few weeks help

[@TheHi-T]

I would recommend investing in good feather shuttles. Especially if you play multiple times a week. In addition to rest. No matter how young or old you are the body needs rest.

[@jordanhii6180]

You, Jonathan, are absolutely legendary! I could never understand why my Overhead shots were so ridiculously weak. Everything for me was wrist wrist wrist, it got to the point where I was actually able to hit from backcourt to backcourt using solely my Wrist and arm movement. However, it took an immense amount of energy, so much energy in fact that a clear was a huge struggle and I was blown out just a mere 10 minutes into a game. The lack of power was good for drops I guess? But nonetheless I definitely prefer to learn the proper way of hitting. My opponent on the other hand, was literally walking around the court casually hitting backcourt to backcourt. It was almost embarrassing being blown out from a clear. Pronation was something I never quite understood, I’ve tried to watch other videos and Professional tournaments but they stroke too fast for me to see what they are actually doing. but you showing it now has truly changed the way I play. Clears are now effortless and the feeling is so much better. I’m not a KZbinr myself, but what I do know is that you put an incredible amount of effort into your videos. Your subscribers and I will stand by you every step of the way. if you ever have a request to us viewers, just know we are always there ready to reach out. So thanks again and cheers to more amazing content!

[@SwiftBadminton]

Hi Jordan! It's such a joy to hear from you, thank you for the affirmation that my content is creating a positive impact. People like you are why I create these videos in the first place, so it makes me so happy that you see and appreciate all the hard work. It really makes it worth it! And btw, I go into a lot more detail on forearm pronation in my ebook. So that could help you further if you haven't seen it yet. I recognised your name from Patreon at the $20 tier! I'm serious about creating a community there, but I hope you allow me some time to get familiar with the platform. In the meantime, shoot me a message anytime and I'll get back to you straight away. All the best, Jonathan

[@jordanhii6180]

Swift Badminton School Of course :D. Oh yes, I have yet to read your ebook. You usually mention it at the end of every video but the reason I don’t read it is because of my current level of play. I consider myself as a rather average self taught player. Although I can hit kind of ok, my movement is absolutely atrocious, the popular term is What’s the point of being able to hit a 400km/h smash if you can’t even reach the shuttle in time to make the shot?. I feel my movement requires attention before I even start to learn smashes but I will most certainly read it when the time is right 😄 Oh the Patreon, yes I had a feeling you would recognise me 😄. I know you mention many benefits in the Patreon but I just want to let you know that I don’t donate to you just for the attention and likes. I donate because I see so much potential in your content and channel, I truly believe that your mission will be a success if you continue down your current path. I love badminton to bits, No matter how rubbish I am, I will never stop playing. Exposing the sport to a larger audience will definitely be a challenge but certainly not impossible. In otherwards, what I’m saying is that a shout out isn’t necessary 😄, I don’t want to be seen as “Something to remember” in the video, I want your full attention on the task at hand 😄. I have lots of ideas brewing in my head about what to do next so I will post on the Patreon at my earliest convenience!

[@SwiftBadminton]

Ah that's very smart of you, you've got your priorities right! I'll have to make a video on movement and footwork at some point in the future :) Though I made the effort to make the ebook beginner friendly, since I anticipated that being to main audience. So have a look when you have the time, it covers a lot of basics with the grip and overhead stroke, since that's the number 1 reason I've seen beginners not be able to generate power. That's awesome to hear about the Patreon man :) We both love badminton to bits, and that's why I create these videos. Again I'm so happy to hear that coming from you. And I really appreciate how you support my mission, and aren't just there for the attention. However I still want to make it as awesome as possible for my patrons, so I'll be working on developing that platform once I'm finished with the video I'm working on. Can't wait to see your ideas! And don't worry, creating high quality content will always have my full attention. But I'll still have the chance to give you a shoutout at the end ;)

[@bhugulkaman]

I always learn something new by watching your videos.

[@hyrilyusuf5742]

Great video mate!

[@sonamvaghani]

Great video.. thank you so much

[@eureka1007]

Best advise ever! Thanks

[@Explorerinc]

very nice information bro...i had also injuries in my right hand in an year ago from my college game, the soulder joint is sliped out but i manage to recover it but i played badminton next week and i again injured....so i ended up with playing by my left hand, i m doing quite well with my left hand btw....at last can you give me some advice about my right arm injuries and also for the playing by left hand.

[@neeldhebar2350]

Great video as usual! Could you make a video on the scissor jump?

[@SwiftBadminton]

Neel Dhebar will do at some point

[@neeldhebar2350]

Sure. I'm loving your channel.

[@SwiftBadminton]

Neel Dhebar glad to hear that!

[@glynhannaford7992]

I only found your posts today. I wish I'd had the internet and your posts when I took up the sport circa 1972! Great advice you give and I'm learning from you already on the technical stuff, thank you. I could not agree more about the essential diversity of training for badminton, stamina, strength and agility. One piece of advice for you however Sir, your squats go far too deep. The thighs should not dip below horizontal. By going almost to a sitting position, you risk doing irreparable damage to your knees and the ligaments which hold it together. Stop at thighs horizontal, or even a smidge higher and you'll feel the burn right in the quads where you want it, without straining any ligaments or tendons.

[@bobbyroberts2566]

Could you have a video on off-court fitness training for badminton, Jon?

[@fg786]

What nagging injuries where you picking up, that you could do weight lifting?

[@jeffersonbudiman5423]

love the tips and tricks

[@keanun1413]

Jonathan like your videos. I too did not receive the free e-book. Checked, rechecked all folders, waited for a day and repeat, no luck. My back hand clear serve is weak, would appreciate a video on that.

[@SwiftBadminton]

sorry about that, send me an email and i'll send you a copy

[@lucyben2516]

So agree with strength training.

[@motionocean7356]

Amazing thank you for existing

[@HamzaBadminton]

**I have a recommendation for a future video** Right now I am lost about the types of agility, endurance and strength workouts I am required to do to improve at the physical aspect of badminton. It would be appreciated if you made a video about the type of agility workouts (for example agility ladder etc), types of weight training specific to badminton (3*10 reps, 3*5 reps or 3*20 reps, power training, speed training, endurance training etc) and the types of endurance workouts (tempo runs, 50 minutes low-intensity run, 20 minutes medium intensity run etc). It would help remove the doubt for players who want to improve their badminton fitness but don't know where to start. Thank You :) @ Swift Badminton School

[@SwiftBadminton]

H ahmer yes this is planned and in the works!

[@akhileshnidamanuri8460]

YOU ARE A LIVING LEGEND

[@doremon2611]

Thank you, I appreciate the information provided. This helps me improving the quality of the game. :) Have a great day!

[@victoriab467]

1:38 is me😂

[@minibanter7253]

Victoria Brokhman okay, boomer

[@PranavSoni]

Please tell me how to check junk folder

[@lanmetrankil-keananlanmeab3790]

How do you start playing in tournaments because I want to start!

[@julianschon1909]

Very good video keep it up👌greetings from germany

[@xyriz5430]

Keep it up man!

[@adyk6604]

I got badminton elbow soo much in pain how to get over that and not get badminton elbow. Plz advise on that to avoid it.

[@alexcoumbe1160]

Good video, keep it up

[@arnavsharma9921]

What workout should I do to increase my strength, stamina, agility?

[@natadm_5188]

I’ve been playing since the age of 5 (14 now) and I like to think of myself as at least a decent player but I made the same mistake for my grip but I never changed over I’m able to make good smashes and effortless net shots but I always wonder if the grip is holding me back or not

[@GleamingFinds]

My PE teacher is like: iTS aLl aB0uT tHE wRiST @CtiON

[@emptysl]

Now that make too much sense why I always injure myself lol. I should start doing squat... What other exercises should I be doing for upper body?

[@kevinwith123321]

Are there any chances we can take a look at how you play badminton @ Swift Badminton School

[@TheBase94]

Great vidéo!

[@asdf6676-]

I love you ! For saying everything that I was so unconfident about!!! Hugs

[@NoToRiOuus2001]

Thanks bro

[@Kynikoii]

Nice vid guy, i would subscribe if you are planning to do more badminton tips and guide video!

[@SwiftBadminton]

I am :)

[@Kynikoii]

Swift Badminton School Subscribed =D Btw, I need to change my workout routine and need some inspiration. Since you lift weight as well, what's your workout routine like? Thx a bunch!

[@deveenbr1169]

But how do you train agillity?

[@SAM-oo9yj]

thanks you helped me alot

[@simonyang4539]

Thank you so much. First day into my club, and people be telling me don't use your forearm😅😅😅

[@BoeingFingerboarder]

Isn’t the wrist generates power in overhead and smash shot ?

[@demetradanielle4023]

I started playing badminton just this year btw I'm 18 years old, i got in the try-outs for the varsity team but I got eliminated after 3 weeks of training. The reason?I didn't make these mistakes, it was because i couldnt keep up with the younger kids who started the sport earlier than me. yes i need motivation.

[@kajamalanuruthiralingam5643]

Do you know what is ratio hitting mean and TOD is

[@Destiny2097]

I'd think that footwork would be the number 1 mistake. But that would take many videos and a lot of time to explain!

[@MauvilleWattz]

hi swift badminton school, can you give me a program to improve my endurance on the treadmill? Can i increase my stamina in 10 minutes??? How did u do it?!?

[@abdullahahmad184]

Run a mile every day. The average person will take about 8 minutes. Time yourself everyday.

[@abdullahahmad184]

It's been 10 days and I've almost reached 7 minutes from 7 m 55 s.

[@timotheedefoin9182]

For people watching this video, if there is one thing to remember, it's the part about strength training. If you're really motivated to progress and start playing a lot, you absolutely need to strengthen your whole body to not break down as he said. If you knew the number of player I see getting tendonitis and other nasty injuries because they just play 10+ hours of badminton a week without a single minute of physical preparation.

[@SwiftBadminton]

100% agreed

[@edmundwong5571]

When i first learned how to played, my coach never mentioned the wrist at all.

[@max-dy8mx]

Is twice a week good?

[@takao7760]

I like this channel. Really you want to teach us. Also you are funny :D I'm waiting for your new videos.

[@alanwake4537]

And hitting backhand with forehand grip...that's me 🤣🤣🤣

[@batesmanea493]

Is 2days a week good?

[@dark4875]

no

[@CONQUERORGOALS]

Sir , plz make a video overhead shot

[@beeeeeej]

I’ve seen a lot of coach that says most of your smash power are from your wrist

[@jaderojas1357]

I have been playing for four years now however I still make the overhead technique mistake sometimes. Oof

[@qwertyki9367]

is 2 times a week also good?? pls respond

[@SwiftBadminton]

the more the better!

[@shaniapollet7412]

I started when i was 5 years en played on pretty high level but i was injured and i had to stop for 1 year and i stoped competitions but now i am 15 and i want to play competitions again but my mom says i can't😢 sorry if u don't understand my english isnt that good i guess

[@TonyNguyen-it7vd]

I made mistake number 1 and 3. Took me 1 and a half months to realize, playing roughly 20 hrs every week.

[@MediSpring]

I train a lot. But on the other side I eat also too much. So my body never changes.

[@Solid77]

i never get the ebook, tried multiple emails

[@SwiftBadminton]

Solid77 check your junk folder

[@Solid77]

Swift Badminton School yea never got it, checked junk too

[@SwiftBadminton]

weird, shoot me an email and i'll send it to you manually

[@pankajkhatri5300]

thanks