Squash analysis - Left hand use for a right handed player

It is more than just balance, your off hand (left hand for right handed player) is used as an anchor to work against and give complete control to your shot and also increase the power in your shot.
You will use it differently depending on the height of the ball but in each shot it will be strong and deliberate in its use.
Turning it backward may seem strange but it will keep it out of view allowing a clear swing and still a great base to work off.

[@dmihovilovic]

Great explanation. I heard before it was for balance, but this goes intro great level of detail. Thanks for the insights!

[@squashanalysis5670]

You can balance with it and you can also use it for power, it is actually very important. Thanks for the feedback and like.

[@hannibalking85]

Cant wait to try this no other video like this on CZcams

[@squashanalysis5670]

You will get a noticeable improvement in control and power you just have to get your timing right for the movements. Any movement you have not done before will seem strange so give it a few attempts of either foot and you will never look back. The more animated the prep with the left hand the better. Let me know how you go.

[@mikehardwicke23]

I often end up smacking my left-hand with the racquet - very painful :-/😢

[@squashanalysis5670]

Bringing it in to your hip as you swing uses your upper body muscles as well as clearing it from your swing path. Just make sure you don't turn your left hand behind your body.