* **Warm-Up:** * Always start with a 5–10-minute warm-up to prepare your body and prevent injuries. This can include jogging, jumping jacks, and dynamic stretches.

* Learn and practice the correct grip (forehand and backhand) to ensure control and precision.

* Focus on basic footwork to improve your movement on the court. Practice side-to-side, front-to-back, and diagonal movements.

* Practice your strokes and footwork without a shuttlecock to build muscle memory and improve technique.

* Hit the shuttlecock against a wall to practice control and consistency. This helps improve your reaction time and accuracy.

* **Basic Movement:** * Practice side-to-side, front-to-back, and diagonal movements. * Stay on the balls of your feet for quick changes in direction. * **Lunge:** * Step forward with one leg, bending the knee to lower your body. * Keep your back leg straight and push off quickly to return to position.

* **Forehand Clear:** * Swing the racket in an overhead motion, hitting the shuttle high and deep. * Ensure proper follow-through for accuracy and power. * **Backhand Clear:** * Use a backhand grip, swing the racket across your body. * Hit the shuttle high and deep, like the forehand clear. * **Drop Shot:** * Lightly tap the shuttle, making it fall just over the net. * Use both forehand and backhand techniques. * **Smash:** * Perform an overhead stroke with maximum power to send the shuttle down steeply. * Aim for accuracy and speed.

* **Low Serve:** * Use a forehand grip, hitting the shuttle gently to just clear the net. * Keep the shuttle low to prevent easy attacks. * **High Serve:** * Use an underhand motion to hit the shuttle high and deep into the opponent's court. * Aim for the back boundary line. * **Flick Serve:** * Use a quick wrist action to send the shuttle over the opponent's head. * Surprise your opponent with speed and placement.

* Choose a lightweight racket for better control and ease of use. * **Recommended racket: [Li Ning Air Force 77 Badminton Racket](../badminton/badminton-rackets/li-ning-air-force "Li Ning Air Force 77 Badminton Racket")** * Heavier rackets offer more power but require more strength. * **Recommended racket: [Li Ning Super Series SS 900 Badminton Racket](https://www.sportsdirect.com.my/badminton/badminton-rackets/li-ning-super-series "Li Ning Super Series SS 900 Badminton Racket")**

* Head-light rackets are easier to maneuver and ideal for quick reactions and defensive play. * Head-heavy rackets provide more power and are suited for aggressive, attacking play. * Even balance rackets offer a good mix of power and control, suitable for all-round play.

* * Choose a grip size that feels comfortable in your hand. * Smaller grips allow for better wrist action and control. **Recommended racket**: [**Li Ning Tectonic 3 Badminton Racket**](../badminton/badminton-rackets/li-ning-tectonic "Li Ning Tectonic 3 Badminton Racket") * Larger grips provide a firmer hold and more stability. **Recommended racket: [Yonex Nanoflare 001 Feel Badminton Racket](https://www.sportsdirect.com.my/badminton/badminton-rackets/yonex-nanoflare "Yonex Nanoflare 001 Feel Badminton Racket")**

* Lower tension provides more power and a larger sweet spot, which is beneficial for beginners. * Higher tension offers more control and is suited for experienced players with good technique.

* For beginners, snag a quality racket for RM100 or less, perfect for testing the waters. * Intermediate players may explore our sweet spot selection between RM100 to RM200. * Unleash your inner champion with our premium rackets of RM300 and above - for advanced players ready to rumble.

* If possible, test different rackets to see which one feels the best for your playing style. * Borrow rackets from friends or try demo rackets at a sports store or club.

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