How to Take your racket back in tennis forehand

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After you pivot and turn your shoulders, you begin the second step of the forehand by taking the racket all the way back and get your other arm across your body. This helps with balance and judgment of the tennis ball on your forehand. Once you finish this step, your preparation is done and you're ready to swing at the tennis ball.