Don't jump and move! Two announcements that could be heard again and again intensive camp at the Ljubicic Tennis Academy Coach Darko had recognized two "adjusting screws" in Tom's game. Less "jumping" when hitting and being constantly in motion. We also worked on this today - with success! On Wednesday the Academy only trains in the morning, so today it was over after the morning fitness session and 1.5 hours of tennis. “Recovery” is the order of the day on Wednesday afternoons. So we had time in the afternoon to explore the beautiful island. Among other things, we went to Mali Lošinj , which is exactly on the other side of the island. You can find out what was going on today in terms of sport and tourism in part three of our camp diary.
Today's daily plan was manageable: the camp day started at 8 a.m. in the gym with an hour of fitness. In addition to stretching exercises, there was another circuit with various stabilization and strengthening exercises. It's great that there are always new exercises, you won't get bored!
Coach Darko was expecting Tom and his training partner Melos on the tennis court. First we practiced serving today and particularly worked on throwing the ball. Then there were rhythm exercises from the baseline again. "Don't jump" - Darko pointed out to Tom over and over again that he shouldn't jump when he hits, but should stay on the ground. This way he keeps better balance and control. Along with the request “Move!” the first successes actually become visible. The simple but targeted instructions bore fruit, even if the legs and head became noticeably more tired. Nevertheless, all the kids gave full throttle again in all places.
After the rhythm exercises, the two boys played a set. In addition to the instructions above, individual moves were analyzed. The coaches' focus is on the "correct" game strategy. A mistake made with the last, but correctly “thought” ball is quickly checked off.
At 11 a.m. we set off with the family to Mali Lošinj , the "big" sister of Veli Lošinj, whereby, funnily enough, Mali means small and Veli means big. We walked along the promenade along the beautifully situated harbor and treated ourselves to a delicious lunch in one of the numerous restaurants. While we were eating, our own fishing boat came by and unloaded fresh fish: a huge tuna, dragon fish, eel, mackerel and a lot more were unloaded into fish boxes and crates. More than interesting!
Afterwards we drove around the smaller bays, where there are not only other beautiful hotels, but also two tennis courts. Lošinj is a true Eldorado for us TennisTraveller !
Before we go to dinner, we will enjoy the great relaxation options in our camp hotel Punta Vitality . So, off we go to the sauna and the indoor pool!
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