The cross-step is natural for many players. It usually happens on the backhand side, when your paddle-side foot crosses over your other foot. It can give you a little extra reach, but it also creates a trip-and-fall hazard. In this drill, Coach CJ will show you how to eliminate the cross-step and reduce your risk of falling.
0:00 What a Cross Step Looks Like
0:52 Why Players Cross Step
1:10 The Downsides of the Cross Step
1:46 Move Laterally Instead
2:31 Drill Setup and Dem: Target the Left Foot
5:01 Drilling Your Forehand Side
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