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Serve Reset

Trust a smooth, rhythmic serve on the next one.

The routine

  1. 1Let the double fault go — it’s one point.
  2. 2One breath, settle the shoulders.
  3. 3Pick a bigger target and aim for a smooth rhythm.
  4. 4Run your exact serve ritual (bounce count, breath).
  5. 5Commit to a smooth swing, not a safe poke.

Cues

Self-talk cue
“Smooth rhythm, big target.”
Breath pattern
One slow breath before the toss.
Physical anchor
Your exact ball-bounce ritual.
Reflection
Did I get tentative and "guide" the next serve?

When & how to use it

When: After a double fault or two missed serves.

Practice it: In practice, follow a simple rule: after any double fault, run the ritual.

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