I Trained Like "Roger Federer" for 30 Days

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    I trained like tennis professional Roger Federer for 30 days to see what it takes to become a tennis pro. Tennis was much tougher than iexpected and requires a huge amount of patience and perserverance. I hope you enjoy!
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  • @alastairtheduke
    @alastairtheduke Год назад +290

    For everyone just starting tennis, this is a great example of how disheartening it can feel, especially in the beginning. Don't give up, you will fall in love with the game ilke Ben did. Tennis needs more people in love with it. Great job Ben!

    • @Reedfender
      @Reedfender 5 месяцев назад +3

      Also to keep in mind his growth is tremendous. Don't feel bad if you don't look like him after 2 months unless you put in the same work - hours and intensity with the right instruction

  • @derbyjakemalazarte8973
    @derbyjakemalazarte8973 Год назад +241

    you're confusing a set for a game

  • @mitsako1
    @mitsako1 4 месяца назад +15

    From someone that has been playing tennis for 10 years.
    For a guy that doesn't know the difference between a game and a set (meaning you are so new to the game) your gameplay is astonishing. The progress you showed within so few days was amazing. I could easily see you beat 90% of the players in my club who have trained on average for years. I am amazed at your efforts and progress. You rock!

  • @_leooguidera
    @_leooguidera Год назад +251

    The fact that he puts in so much work ethic just to make these videos and without getting the recognition of which that he deserves, he still keeps creating the bangers, is honestly insane.
    Keep up the grind.

  • @anacap007
    @anacap007 Год назад +73

    In 60 days, you accomplished a lot of technical improvements. The missing ingredient is experience and that is something you can't compress into a shorter amount of time. Once you get past all the technical aspects of hitting particular shots, you have to know how to connect them in order to win points. Learning how to identify when you can go on offense, defense and neutral exchanges. Keep it up. Would love to see where you are after one year's time. Post an update!

  • @andre-px8rv
    @andre-px8rv Год назад +66

    I’m impressed how much you improved in one session. Mad props

  • @tennisbrothers
    @tennisbrothers Год назад +60

    Love this :)
    keep it up 👍 massive improvement

  • @HartmannTennis
    @HartmannTennis Год назад +32

    This is honestly the most well edited, best story telling, great idea, and funniest tennis video I’ve ever seen. You REALLY outdid yourself with this one. Thanks for this jem of a video!

  • @mvmelitecontracting2440
    @mvmelitecontracting2440 Год назад +26

    Great video! Love to see the progression in 60 days. Quite impressive.
    I know in the comments, it was already posted the difference between game and set. Also, it’s not a walkover but a changeover. A walkover is when your opponent withdraws from the match before it starts and you get an automatic win.
    Change over is when you change sides after each odd game.

    • @BenEcho
      @BenEcho  Год назад +1

      I kind of just made up the name walkover but I forgot it already had a meaning! Damn haha thanks for the info.

  • @graymouser64
    @graymouser64 Год назад +312

    You should also work a bit on your tennis theory. It is a bit embarrassing when you say "set" instead of "game". Also watching tennis can teach you a lot about strategy. But you achieved the most important things - you had fun, and you made progress. Keep going!

    • @BenEcho
      @BenEcho  Год назад +40

      Haha yes I know! I actually do know the difference but for whatever reason when I was recording that audio section I kept saying set 😅 I appreciate it.

    • @petrbolatzky5821
      @petrbolatzky5821 Год назад +44

      Lmao embarrassing? Chillll

    • @juanmanuelgarcia8577
      @juanmanuelgarcia8577 Год назад +37

      This is the most passive aggressive RUclips comment I’ve ever read

    • @simpilot001
      @simpilot001 Год назад +10

      Man has no one ever made a mistake saying something slightly off?

    • @stinkmod2297
      @stinkmod2297 Год назад +1

      @@petrbolatzky5821 thats what i was thinking to lol, but it wasnt to be rude lol

  • @atulsingh958
    @atulsingh958 Год назад +11

    Amazing for the fact that you kept it absolutely real....and there was no heroic end to the videos wherein you started playing like roger federer after training for 60 days....
    Loved the effort and loved the love that you have for federer

    • @tijgertjekonijnwordopgegeten
      @tijgertjekonijnwordopgegeten Год назад +1

      It is pretty difficult to fake being able to play as well Roger. But regardless it was a good video.

  • @bsinghgill
    @bsinghgill Год назад +11

    Great video mate. Roger actually used the RF97A, the heaviest in the Prostaff range. Keep at it, you came a long way. I’ve been playing for a while, but still have a lot to learn!

    • @LunarEclipsism1
      @LunarEclipsism1 Год назад +1

      I'm actually glad he got that part wrong, because the RF signature edition of the pro staff is substantially heavier. He nearly got derailed by tendonitis as it is, the RF97 would have destroyed his shoulder

  • @natehubbard5062
    @natehubbard5062 Год назад +2

    thank you for sharing Ben. as a 16 year old who switched to 1 hand almost two years ago, I can still remember the feeling of whiffing every time you tried to hit it, it takes a LOT of mental strength, much more than physical to learn something like that. You never grow until you learn, and you grew so much in those 60 days, good work Ben. You have a good name to tennis

  • @skuzmanovic3227
    @skuzmanovic3227 Год назад +1

    Correction, 20 grand slams, not 21. Novak Djokovic has 21,Rafael Nadal 22.
    2nd correction, he doesn't have total of 6 years at Number One position. 310 weeks is less than 6 years. Novak Djokovic has over 7 years, Rafael barely 4 years.

  • @Soyjacob1
    @Soyjacob1 2 месяца назад +2

    No entiendo el inglés, pero me vi todo el video.
    Soy nuevo en el tenis, y me gusta ver a otras personas jugando para aprender, solo tengo 14 años, aún me queda mucho por aprender.

  • @djbakasan
    @djbakasan Год назад +6

    Simao def looks like he’s sandbagging at times, very relaxed non full speed swings, fairly casual run downs, etc. Few clips he’s clearly taking a more full intensity shot, but even in those I suspect he’s leaving a ton in the tank. For 60 days though, full credit where it’s due, you made tremendous progress for sure.

  • @benwal2496
    @benwal2496 Год назад +1

    my name is ben and i love playing tennis and have been playing 3 years so far so this video was really cool and inspirational to me :)

  • @ninjagamer9518
    @ninjagamer9518 Год назад +2

    I always get so excited when I see your videos pop up. Thanks so much for your work it's really appreciated!

  • @skibbedypappow4579
    @skibbedypappow4579 Год назад +2

    Tennis is extremely difficult to learn and get good at. The speed play which you improved is seriously impressive, especially with one handed backhands and serves. Good shit my man

  • @joelariasdiaz6991
    @joelariasdiaz6991 Год назад +3

    This kind of videos showcase how complex this sport is. 2 months of not stopping hard work in orden to win a serve game! You definitely should continue playing

  • @lkjkhfggd
    @lkjkhfggd Год назад +3

    I used to play Tennis in high school and college. Recently I've been picking it up again and thinking I should invest in a coach for at least a few sessions. This video definitely makes me think this is true. My shots all seem okay, but there's no doubt dozens of things a coach could be correcting in just a single hour.

  • @bobonbikes1112
    @bobonbikes1112 Год назад +2

    Well done Ben, great video! One of the other big factor of your game would be getting a more friendly racket! There is a reason many club players never play with their hero’s rackets. The skill level, accuracy and feel they have for ball is way beyond ours.
    A friendly and more compliment racket would allow you to unlock you next level of tennis, fun and love of the game!

  • @thelettuceuk
    @thelettuceuk Год назад +7

    Great inspiring video Ben, love your dedication! Just you were playing Games not Sets (a set = first one to 6 games). You can trust this info as am literally from Wimbledon(it’s my hometown 😄)

    • @BenEcho
      @BenEcho  Год назад +2

      Haha you are totally right!! I clearly need another 30 days to understand the rules.

  • @skyesthelimit3519
    @skyesthelimit3519 Год назад +11

    hi ben im a huge fan

  • @gracechriston8180
    @gracechriston8180 Год назад

    Way beyond tribute to roger, it is what he expects his fans to do rather than fighting in comment section. Thank you man.

  • @nationalenquirer1926
    @nationalenquirer1926 Год назад +1

    Great attempt. Enjoyed watching. Tennis is a game of consistency, only achieved by millions of ball hitting and muscle memory. One hand back hand is probably the hardest shot to master but so satisfying when you score off it.

  • @simaovazpinto2106
    @simaovazpinto2106 Год назад +4

    Wow this was so good to watch!! Really well done Ben!

    • @BenEcho
      @BenEcho  Год назад

      Haha thanks for kicking my butt! Stoked to have you part of the video.

  • @thiagobadin5331
    @thiagobadin5331 День назад

    The thing about your one handed backhand is that you are hitting around the body, over rotating, call what you want. You should try to think that the stroke really happens at the same side of your body. You hit through and finishes high up
    You can think of it like opening a door that is fully open when your arms are open wide. What makes the arm go around the body is just the momentum of the swing, but you should hit through the ball not around it. I don't know if i made myself clear, but i tried xD

  • @lolX9J
    @lolX9J Год назад +2

    0:09
    Won 21 Grand Slams?
    Me and Wikipedia thinking its only 20. Am i wrong?

  • @gnarfish5555
    @gnarfish5555 4 месяца назад

    Very nice!! I've played tennis for over 20+ years and it's always amazing how this sport has evolved. Love your videos!!

  • @BPTVch
    @BPTVch Год назад

    Are you sure you're not Boris Becker pretending not knowing tennis? Just kidding, that's one cool video you've made.

  • @ElectricEnzo
    @ElectricEnzo Год назад +1

    Great video Ben! 🥳

  • @smithjoshua99
    @smithjoshua99 Год назад

    As someone who's been playing for the last 8 years, and played in college.......it just becomes a lifestyle. I'd play every day if my body would let me. You'll meet some of the coolest people in your life in this sport. So so happy we have a new friend to this community!

  • @kingduggo8453
    @kingduggo8453 Год назад +1

    I was just waiting for a new Ben echo video I was so excited when the notification popped up , I was like yes another Ben echo video I can watch a thousands times. Great video love your stuff mate keep it going.

    • @BenEcho
      @BenEcho  Год назад +1

      I appreciate you!

  • @AJdada815
    @AJdada815 9 месяцев назад

    There were some really good returns though against Simao, well done!!

  • @edreyes5381
    @edreyes5381 Год назад

    Ben, I have played Tennis for many years and have never seen anyone improve as quickly as you did. I believe you definitely have what it takes!! Continue taking lessons from good coaches. I also want to say I rarely have had so much fun watching a video. You are a very talented human being and definitely someone who enjoys life. Many blessings to you. Always keep God in your heart and mind. He will never fail you!

  • @omen9692
    @omen9692 Год назад

    That first training session I was already impressed, especially cause tennis has such a high skill ceiling.

  • @dannyng6004
    @dannyng6004 Год назад +1

    This was an entertaining watch for me. Great job on the editing and putting together an inspiring story. I've been playing tennis on and off for years and haven't had much coaching so all of my learning have come from social tennis and watching youtube. Keep up the good work and wish you the best in your tennis/youtube career! Just keep playing and challenge yourself in leagues if you can.

  • @julian.kollataj
    @julian.kollataj Год назад

    Nice transformation! :)
    Lucky to have seen Federer play twice in London, and then met him in Finland at Jarkko Nieminen’s retirement match. :)

  • @zecaabraao6380
    @zecaabraao6380 Год назад +1

    The thing about this sport is that the more you play and get better the more you like it.

  • @michaelboyko5024
    @michaelboyko5024 Год назад

    I've put you the thumb up before it was 4:05 on the screen, that's a splendid show! Thanks a lot for the great work!

  • @ElectricEnzo
    @ElectricEnzo Год назад

    The Enzo shirt at 10:12! Let’s goooo

  • @mikell.6064
    @mikell.6064 3 месяца назад

    I am 30 and been playing for 16 years. It takes YEARS to get to the level of the guy he was playing against. Don’t be discouraged to keep training but don’t overestimate how much you can improve.

  • @kkt391
    @kkt391 Год назад +2

    Excellent video! If you continue to play Tennis Ben one thing would start helping you to improve your game drastically is the implementation of split steps. You are already doing excellent with most shots with the spacing and split steps would buy you so much time to set yourself up properly for the next shot.

  • @bentso3249
    @bentso3249 Год назад

    Great video ! Sure people come to watch this video are Roger's fans. I am a big fan who love Roger's elegancy and the one hand backhand. I have watched hours of videos of Roger's forehand, backhand, foot work and serving etc. You have gained significant progress in 30 days. Big credits to coach Andre, I really need a good coach like Andre to practice with for 30 days ! If you wonder why you lost those matches, because you did not apply the same swings in the matches from your practice sessions. 30 days of practice is not enough to get you the muscle memory to beat more experienced players.

  • @smokinjoe4684
    @smokinjoe4684 Год назад +1

    Great content. Immediately subd. As someone who completely fell for Tennis during Covid, this hit me in the feels. Highly addictive game especially so when someone helps ya out.

  • @Justin.002
    @Justin.002 Год назад

    Dude, YES! The community of tennis players is so proud of you right now.

  • @Zenavesta
    @Zenavesta Год назад +1

    Nicely done for a 2 month progression! Can we get an update video, if you’ve still been playing?

  • @ale03000
    @ale03000 Год назад

    Amazing progress in just 2 months as this is one of the hardest sport to learn or be good at. Most beginners can't even hit proper ground strokes in the court or hold a rally in the same time frame. You'll be really good in 1 year of training keep it up man 😎

  • @b.lakeberg7456
    @b.lakeberg7456 Год назад

    Nice video! Tennis is an awesome skill sport with many opportunities to enjoy the journey of learning the game. I am happy you enjoyed the lessons and plan to keep playing.

  • @Android18uk
    @Android18uk 11 месяцев назад

    The walkovers are such a brilliant idea. Surprised Kyrgios didn't think of it first.

  • @StringxFN
    @StringxFN 10 месяцев назад

    The part where he faked to squeeze the orange. It got me for a second. Anyway this video is great because I'm starting to learn how to play tennis and this video tells you tips and stuff. Great video 👍

  • @amelia_c1750
    @amelia_c1750 Год назад +1

    Amazing video! Well put together and love to see the improvement.

  • @oliverli7257
    @oliverli7257 Год назад

    Hey man this video was great, came from Anton’s channel. Been playing tennis for my whole life and the reason youre probably experiencing tendonitis is that Fed’s racket is extremely heavy, especially for a beginner. Also, playing with a one hander will also exacerbate tendonitis so you have to be really careful with the technique youre using. Switch to continental for the backhand and I’d recommend switching down to a lighter racket like the Clash 100 Pro.

  • @jarekluberek8123
    @jarekluberek8123 3 месяца назад

    It's easy to fall in love with tennis. No two days on the court are the same. I've played fairly consistently since 2009 and not any of those days since, did I have the forehand, backhand and serve where I know they can be. Always some adaptation to play the game you are capable of playing on that day. I have years of badminton and table tennis behind me. You don't have those problems there nearly to the extent you have in tennis. You even see that the pros struggle with this, on their own level of expectations of course.
    And then there is the person you are in training and the person you are during a match. So difficult to hit the same shots during a match as you do during training. Here the pros really shine and are better during matches than during training. Most of us mortals are not, but there are exceptions of course.

  • @JoeBarnesAuthor
    @JoeBarnesAuthor Год назад +11

    "Games" not "Sets" Ben

  • @yannisk8584
    @yannisk8584 Год назад

    It’s a nice idea to show this to beginners and your will to learn tennis! Not to criticize you but I’m learning tennis even if I have played for over 10 years. You can always improve

  • @toriko2075
    @toriko2075 Год назад

    9:44, in another video, a guy said if you played with a pro's racquet, it'd be like playing with a wood plank. Very stiff. It's because pros can generate a huge amount of pawer effortlessly. What they need though is control, which you can get by raising the RA of the racket, among other things.
    Otherwise, great video. Your work is excellent.

  • @maddie.andrews
    @maddie.andrews Год назад

    As a huge Federer fan I loved this video so much

  • @thomas_iv3634
    @thomas_iv3634 Год назад

    using a pro staff as a first racket is tough thats impressive

  • @OGHydraa
    @OGHydraa Год назад

    Wow! What a video! I love the balance between fun and information. For a short space of time you've done super well! Keep it up, consistency comes with muscle memory and practice.

  • @lokesh-brawlstars6369
    @lokesh-brawlstars6369 Год назад +2

    0:10 fact: roger won 20 grand slams not 21

  • @sdvinteriors_designstudio
    @sdvinteriors_designstudio Год назад

    Keep up the good work Ben, awesome video and love the cameo from Matt 👏🎾

  • @Alan-gt5lr
    @Alan-gt5lr Год назад

    I think playing live points is very important for getting better. You have to play competitvely sometimes to get alot better. Competing in a tourney could help.

  • @Peter-hn9yv
    @Peter-hn9yv Год назад

    Work a lot on the footwork and timing, and you’ll play a lot better, so far you got the fundamental strokes down in such a short time, that is good!!

  • @AATCTennis
    @AATCTennis Год назад

    Love the hat Andre. Super Coach

  • @gstaritsky
    @gstaritsky Год назад

    Good work on court and really entertaining video. Subscribed.
    P.s. Roger, thanks!

  • @benjaminjensen111
    @benjaminjensen111 Год назад

    also you should have practised half-court to start with this to improve skill and technique. it does wonders

  • @justineztv909
    @justineztv909 Год назад

    will for the 60 days training? its good but it better if you played 3 to 4 days a week with other players, if you can return in a stable way 5 to 8 times "rally" that's a huge improvement, sometimes the errors kill as and don't likely see it,

  • @philippedebruin6657
    @philippedebruin6657 Год назад

    2:48You just offended every two-handed backhand player 😂

  • @michaelboyko5024
    @michaelboyko5024 Год назад

    8:45 you're in good hands, first study a steady position serve, only then add legs into action

  • @Wincoww
    @Wincoww Год назад

    Love your videos & Maplestory BGM is such nostalgia 😊

  • @scozember
    @scozember Год назад

    At first I thought it was a meme or something but you really put the effort into this. Amazing!

  • @jackhaworth1324
    @jackhaworth1324 Год назад

    Commenting for the algo. Great video Ben - my first watch of your channel and already feels like I know you. Your progress was exceptional for only two months of tennis and your approach to training and the sport is wonderful. All the best - and let me know if you head to London and want to hit! I played tennis at a similar level to Andre and am a fully qualified coach (and have a one-handed backhand too - we can discuss how much better it looks!) and would love to be involved if you decide to stop over. Love hearing that you will carry on with tennis, too. The game just gained a great ambassador.

    • @BenEcho
      @BenEcho  Год назад +1

      Hey jack i appreciate that a lot! I’d love to spend some time over that way one day soon.

  • @bengray5013
    @bengray5013 Год назад

    Couple of things, it's a game not a set (a set is first to 6 or 7 games) and fed used the RF97 not the PS97... Apart from that though it's really good progress, try preparing your racquet take back a little earlier (that will help you massively) and keep enjoying the learning process (it never stops no matter your level) 🎾

  • @MRRS-pb5xz
    @MRRS-pb5xz 4 месяца назад

    21 grand slams? 20.He is an amazing player, the most elegant tennis player of all time, and along Rafa and Novak he gave us the best seasons of tennis that there have been in history.

  • @OutbackYGO
    @OutbackYGO Год назад +1

    Been so hyped for this one Ben :D

  • @drisisthebest9558
    @drisisthebest9558 Год назад

    the orange part with the juice made my day 😂

  • @crgb2
    @crgb2 Год назад +1

    A game is not a set, great video

  • @AntonZlatkov
    @AntonZlatkov Год назад +6

    Set or game?

  • @pedroserpa9625
    @pedroserpa9625 Год назад

    Absolutely great video. Very funny and inspiring. Made more addicted to tennis than I already was. Congrats!

  • @marjorjorietillman856
    @marjorjorietillman856 Год назад

    If I had to start over, I would definitely choose to be a tennis player. You get to have a life where exercise is very important and, if you work harder extremely hard you might be the next GOAT like Serena. And then retire at age 40, instead of 65, which is probably the average age of retirement in the US!
    I’ve lost my excitement for tennis since Serena retired, but when Roger also retired, that was also it for me! I don’t even know where the WTA is playing nowadays! And the top 10 are never the same. I love Olympia, but the pre-pregnant Serena ruled NO. 1 for months not weeks, and she would win a GS every year unless she was injured!! 😢 I know the networks miss her too!

  • @MPTennis
    @MPTennis Год назад

    Impressive tennis and RUclips skills. Keep up the great work and maybe we will meet up on the tennis court some day. 😁

  • @bhuwanbansal
    @bhuwanbansal Год назад

    60 days is definitely not enough. I’ve been playing tennis for about 13 years and it still takes me 2 hours to get back to my prime if I have not played for a month or two. Make sure when you are prepping for the ball you visualize how you will hit it. It really helps me. You can’t just swing the same way for every ball. For high balls if you’re attacking you can go a little flatter and low shots add more top spin. Your serve maybe going in with power however your grip and position where you serve from is incorrect. But keep playing and work with your coach and you will be much better in a year.

  • @thalesnunes3557
    @thalesnunes3557 Год назад

    Please do more, i would watch a hole hour of this

  • @blackspiderman1887
    @blackspiderman1887 Год назад

    hes a quick learner. i tried teaching someone this and they took forever to learn.

  • @HartmannTennis
    @HartmannTennis Год назад

    Checked out the rest of your channel, and wow. Definitely subbing, cheers!

  • @jonathanp639
    @jonathanp639 Год назад

    You couldn’t have chosen a harder player to imitate. Thousands of recreational players, including myself are still pretending to have a RF like back hand. RF is one of a kind! Fun video to watch tho!

  • @emanuelpalazon6508
    @emanuelpalazon6508 Год назад

    i am not expert by any means , im just starting too but i think i noticed that you wait to prepare your shot too much, and the balls catches you really fast, you need to prepare before the ball bounce in your side of the field, great video!

  • @AndersRiedel
    @AndersRiedel Год назад

    One of the fastest learners I've ever seen!

  • @jonyuren9370
    @jonyuren9370 Год назад +1

    Wait I thought its 20 Grand Slam titles, either way more the merrier, miss our goat 😢!

  • @overwatchgale4640
    @overwatchgale4640 Год назад

    You should try perfecting his backhand form too yours looks very rushed but try to make it graceful

  • @Ollie_1997
    @Ollie_1997 Год назад

    Awesome video mate! tennis is a great sport, keep at it!

  • @christiandelapena8623
    @christiandelapena8623 Год назад

    Funniest tennis sh_t in RUclips. Great job bro. We all love Roger!

  • @TheSparkythespark
    @TheSparkythespark Год назад

    This is so entertaining! Great content Ben, keep at it!

  • @jadedFk
    @jadedFk Год назад

    Fantastic videos Ben! Keep them coming :)

  • @o3523
    @o3523 4 месяца назад

    Him: there’s one particular movement that Roger is most famous for!
    Me: Ah yes his inside out forehand or maybe his volley? Could be his slice aswell..
    Him: His one handed backhand!
    Me: what

  • @vladkushkin5350
    @vladkushkin5350 3 месяца назад

    dude dafuq. i've been playing tennis for 17 years and i need to say this guy learns fast

  • @biggestbeans6138
    @biggestbeans6138 Год назад +4

    When you say set do you mean game?

  • @twinwankel
    @twinwankel Год назад

    You picked the hardest sport to train like a pro. Fed has the perfect technique and he is absolutely the GOAT. However, tennis is so technical that you just can't away with just being athletic. You have to be good at everything, timing, coordination, athletic ability, endurance, strategy, and a feel for the game. I think foot work is your number 1 problem. You don't split step well and you don't bounce around enough. But I admit that in 60 days you did great. Most ppl would not have committed so much time to the endeavor and played once or twice a week. My own journey, which is still going on, it's been seven years and I have reached around intermediate to advanced level tennis. But it will take some time to get to even an intermediate level. You are somewhere between a beginner and intermediate. I would hope you develop a love of the game and continue on your journey. Best of luck.