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How to improve your footwork
Paul from Pickleball Daily
December 24, 2025
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Tip of the day
This video features professional pickleball player Mari Humberg sharing essential tips for improving footwork at the kitchen line and across the entire court.
The first step in achieving consistent results is ensuring your feet are set correctly to hit the same type of shot every single time.
You should aim to take at least one step for every dink you hit to stay active and avoid reaching for balls with your arms alone.
Staying on the balls of your feet makes you much more agile and prepared to react to sudden changes in the pace or direction of the game.
After hitting a shot, it is crucial to follow the ball and reposition yourself toward the center of the court to close any defensive gaps.
When you hit an aggressive dink toward an opponent, you should lean forward and step over the center line to apply maximum pressure.
Maintaining an athletic stance throughout a dinking rally allows you to be ready for an attack or speed-up at any moment.
Performing a small split-step before your opponent hits the ball resets your weight and gives you the best chance to react efficiently.
By treating dinking as a physical workout rather than a casual activity, you will significantly enhance the quality of your movement and shot selection.
Key Points:
Position your feet carefully to replicate your most comfortable dinking spot for every shot.
Avoid standing still and reaching; instead, take at least one step for every dink you execute.
Stay light on the balls of your feet and maintain a constant, dance-like movement.
Reposition yourself toward the center of the court after every crosscourt dink to eliminate open spaces.
Apply pressure by leaning into the kitchen line after hitting an aggressive shot to force errors.
Use a split-step to reset your weight before every incoming ball for better reaction time.
Keep your body low and in an athletic position to stay ready for both defense and sudden attacks.
Treat dinking as an active part of the game that requires physical effort and consistent footwork.
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Paul