What is a clear hit in badminton?

What is a clear hit in badminton?

A clear is a high overhand shot where the player hits the shuttlecock from one end of the court to the other end. It is the most fundamental shot in badminton and should be learned before any other shot.

What happens if you hit the opponent in badminton?

Once the shuttlecock hits the opponent , it is considered a fault. Essentially , once the shuttlecock lands on any single body part , the point is earned.

How do you improve your clear shot in badminton?

Here are the steps for the Badminton Overhead Clear.

1. Move into position and get behind the shuttle.
2. Raise your Racket Arm and Non-Racket Arm.
3. Your body should face sideways with your feet pointing slightly sideways.
4. Commence your Forehand Stroke.
5. Take the shuttle at the Highest Point possible.
6. Complete a Full Arm Swing.

What do you call a shot when the shuttle falls gently and just clears the net *?

Net Shot – Shot hit from the forecourt that just clears the net and drops sharply. Push Shot – Gentle shot played by pushing the shuttle with little wrist motion, usually from net or midcourt to the opponent’s midcourt.

How do you play shuttlecock alone?

Start of slow and make sure your racket is in front of you. Relax your grip, so you can switch to the forehand and backhand grip. Remember to bend your knees (lower your body) for better reflex and anticipation. And take the shots at the earliest point.

How do you execute in Smash?

How to Play the Forehand Badminton Smash

1. Get into position and adopt the Forehand Grip.
2. Stand on a firm position.
3. Raise your Racket Arm and Non-Racket Arm.
4. Take the shuttle at the highest point possible.
5. Hit the Shuttle with a Full Arm Swing.
6. Follow Through with your Swing.

How effective is the smash shot in badminton?

The smash is probably the most attacking shot in badminton and if executed well it is probably the most difficult shot to return, just because of the pace and direction put on the shuttle. Here we demonstrate and explain the backhand smash and forehand smash shots. The smash is used when an opponent returns the shuttle high but short.

How to improve your badminton Smash?

1 Get off the ground

2 Prepare to throw then ‘throw’

3 Pull your elbow

4 Squeeze your grip

5 Protect your arm

6 Placement over power

1 Get off the ground. I believe that everyone should be encouraged to “push up” off the court when smashing.

2 Prepare to throw then ‘throw’.

3 Pull your elbow back and down.

4 Squeeze your grip.

Why do you use a smash shot in badminton?

The badminton smash is mainly used for attacking . It often acts as a winning shot in any badminton rallies. Basically a smash is an offensive shot shot fired from a high point and travels down steeply towards your opponent.

What muscles are used in a smash shot in badminton?

We recorded the surface electromyographic (EMG) activity of selected superficial muscles of the stroking arm and shoulder–flexor carpi ulnalis, extensor carpi radialis, triceps brachii (lateral head), biceps brachii and trapezius (upper)–during the badminton smash.