Better Pickleball

Better Pickleball

Smart Coaching for the 50+ Player: Age-Aware Tactics, Mindset & Longevity

Better Pickleball is the premier destination for active adults and "senior" players who want to play their best game while respecting their bodies. Led by CJ Johnson and Tony Roig, the channel focuses on a holistic, age-aware approach to the sport, helping players in 2026 "train smart, live bold, and age well". 

What you will find on this channel:

  • Age-Aware Instruction: Clear, technical coaching designed specifically for the 50+ community, focusing on efficiency of movement and minimizing injury risk.

  • The Pickleball Therapy Podcast: Weekly episodes dedicated to the mental game, helping you overcome frustration and build a growth-focused mindset.

  • Pickleball Fitness for 2026: Functional training routines that prioritize mobility, balance, and endurance so you can play seven games as well as you play the first.

  • Strategic Masterclasses: Simplified tactical systems like "Respect the X" and "Beating the Banger" that help you outsmart faster, more aggressive opponents.

  • Common Mistake Fixes: Practical "how-to" guides on avoiding the specific errors that most often hold back intermediate players. 

Is this channel for you?

  • Players Over 50: If you want coaching that acknowledges the physical realities of aging while still pushing you toward high-level play.

  • Mindset Seekers: Perfect for those who struggle with "mental noise," score-anxiety, or maintaining focus during long tournament days.

  • Longevity-Focused Athletes: If your 2026 goal is to stay healthy and on the courts for years to come through smart warm-ups and injury prevention. 


The Missing Piece In Every Beat The Banger Video
Better PickleballJune 13, 202600:07:13

The Missing Piece In Every Beat The Banger Video

๐Ÿ‘‰ Download the FREE MUST Have Shots Guide: https://bit.ly/4k0WYbh You've watched the beat-the-banger videos. You know you're supposed to block the ball. You know some of those hard shots are going ou...

Pickleball Open Play - Everything Beginners Need to Know
Better PickleballJune 06, 202600:04:52

Pickleball Open Play - Everything Beginners Need to Know

Walking into pickleball open play for the first time or branching out to a new group can feel a little intimidating. Here's exactly what to expect so you can walk in confident and fit right in. ๐Ÿ‘‰ Get...

Your Daily Pickleball Warm-Up (Follow Along)
Better PickleballMay 30, 202600:06:16

Your Daily Pickleball Warm-Up (Follow Along)

Pickleball injury prevention starts with this do it every single time you play. ๐Ÿ‘‰ Download the FREE 3.5 to 4.0 Player Guide: https://bit.ly/4k0WYbh This is the follow-along version of the Better Pick...

Master the Backhand Roll Dink After 50 โ€” 3 Keys to Consistency
Better PickleballMay 23, 202600:07:28

Master the Backhand Roll Dink After 50 โ€” 3 Keys to Consistency

The backhand roll dink keeps landing in the net โ€” or worse, popping up for a smash. Here's exactly what players over 50 need to do to make it consistent. ๐Ÿ‘‰ Download the FREE 3.5 to 4.0 Player Guide: ...

STOP A Pickleball Injury BEFORE It Starts
Better PickleballMay 16, 202600:16:24

STOP A Pickleball Injury BEFORE It Starts

Pickleball injury is almost always preventable, and it starts with what you do before you ever step on the court.๐Ÿ‘‰ Free Guide โ€” Must-Have Pickleball Shots to Get from 3.5 and BEYOND: https://bit.ly/4...