Pickleball Fire Podcast

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212: Strategies for Playing With and Against Lefties with Camp Pickleball Oct 30, 2023

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You know you have dedicated Pickleball players when they are on the court at 4 a.m. and they bring a portable generator to light up the courts. That's the group from Camp Pickleball who I talk to in this podcast about opening a 10-court indoor facility and how to play with and against lefties. Pickleball Fire Website

211: Pickleball From the Feet Up with Pro Ben Bicknese from the Pickle Haus Sep 11, 2023

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After 210 podcasts about Pickleball you might think I've covered every instructional technique possible. But today Ben Bicknese from the Pickle Haus in Chicago talks about how he teaches Pickleball from the feet up.

210: A Deep Dive into Speed Ups with Matt and Aaron from the Pickleball Clinic Aug 14, 2023

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I haven't recorded the podcast for a while. Still, today it is well worth listening to, as I am talking with Matt and Erin from the pickleball clinic, one of the largest Facebook groups and they put out some terrific video content. Still, I think what everybody will want to hear from them today is about speed-ups. We go into a deep dive on a topic. I really haven't talked a whole lot about it recently, but it's becoming more and more important to the game.

209: 3 Advanced Tips from Pro Pickleball Play with Certified Instructor Adam Richards Jun 05, 2023

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In this episode, Lynn welcomes Adam Richards, from High Five Pickleball, to share his analysis and experiences of professional-level pickleball. They dive deep into the game's strategies, techniques, and trends.

208: Exploring Pickleball's Rapid Growth with Crystal Gallagher May 29, 2023

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In this episode, our host, Lynn, talks with Crystal Gallagher, a university student and passionate pickleball player from Connecticut, about the rapid growth of pickleball in the United States. You can complete Crystal's survey by going to https://pickleballfire.com/crystal

207: Unlock the Secrets of Pickleball Pros: Data-Driven Insights with Alex Spancake May 15, 2023

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Do you want to know the optimal location for a third shot drop, where to hit the serve return, or which women's doubles player pro Anna Leigh should have as a partner? In this episode, you can get answers to all of these questions as I talk to Alex Spancake from Pickle Mart where we dive into data analytics and Pickleball.

206: Qigong: The Pickleball Performance Booster with Master Lee Holden May 01, 2023

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Today, we explore the incredible connection between the mind and body to help you level up your pickleball game. Qigong Master Lee Holden is here to discuss how this ancient Chinese practice can improve your pickleball performance both physically and mentally. So, if you're looking for ways to get in the zone more often and unlock your true potential on the court, this episode is for you.

205: How to Get Rid of Your Nagging Injuries with Dr. Sanjay and Coach Jes Apr 03, 2023

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Are you suffering from Pickleball elbow? A sore back or knees? Learn how to get rid of your nagging injuries and I talk with Dr. Sanjay Saint and Coach Jes Reynolds authors of Pickleball for Life.

204: Understanding the Physics of Pickleball with Coach Tom Meyer Mar 20, 2023

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I'm not sure how I did it, but I never took a physics class in all my years of schooling. So I'm happy to have on the Pickleball Fire podcast today, Tom Meyer, who will explain the physics of the game in a way that I think we can all relate to.

In this episode, we discuss:

Where the sweet spot of a Pickleball paddle is really located
How far you should take your paddle back when hitting the ball
Why your Pickleball serve is slower than you think
Where you should hit the ball on the paddle to make it spin to the right and left
What Tom puts on the wall and bottom of his bed to improve his reaction time
How you should stand when you hit your serve

203: How to Be Positive and Build Confidence in Pickleball with Dr. Jenn Jacobs Mar 13, 2023

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Today on the Pickleball Fire podcast, I'm talking with sports psychologist, Jen Jacobs. We discuss positive thinking on the court, how to improve your confidence, and the importance of lacing up your shoes.

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