Padel isn’t just about fast reflexes or strong arms. Your core, made up of your abs, back, and pelvic muscles, acts as the central engine that drives powerful strokes, sharp movements, and injury-free play.
Why Core Endurance Matters for Padel
A study of professional padel players in Jeddah measured their trunk endurance (using a plank test) and dynamic balance (using a Star Excursion Balance Test). Researchers found that athletes with longer plank times tended to perform better in forward reach balance tests. That shows a clear connection: stronger core endurance helps maintain stability when you lean forward during rallies.
How Core Stability Supports Your Game
Padel involves rapid lunges, pivots, and overhead shots. A stable core helps:
- Transfer power efficiently from your legs through your body to your racket
- Keep your posture steady during quick direction changes
- Reduce fatigue and lower risk of strains in the lower back or legs
Without that stability, your upper body overloads easily, and you lose control of your movements.
What Happens When You Get Tired
Another study confirmed that dynamic balance decreases after exhausting exercise in pro padel players. In particular, athletes lost forward reach ability, which can hurt stability during critical points in a match. This shows why core endurance matters not just at the start of play, but especially when muscles get tired.
Why It Can Change Your Padel Performance
Strengthening your core improves your balance, shot control, and injury resistance. It helps you move efficiently, generate more power, and stay in the game longer with better overall performance on the padel court.
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