Badminton Footwork
Footwork is the thing almost nobody practises, because it doesn't feel like real badminton. It is also the difference between arriving early and arriving late, which decides what shots you are even allowed to play.
5 GUIDES
Sep 10, 2026/11 min/Justin MaBadminton Tips for Tall Players: Stop Reaching, Start Moving
Height buys you two things and costs you four. The hip shot, the late drop, and the first step you never learned to take.
Aug 25, 2026/12 min/Justin MaBadminton Tips for Slow Players: How to Win Without Speed
Most players who think they're slow are late, which is a different problem with a different fix. How to tell which one you have.
Apr 21, 2026/16 min/Justin MaBadminton Footwork: The Complete Guide
Split-step timing, six-corner patterns, shadow drills, and how to practice if you only play twice a week. From a 7× US National Champion.
Apr 21, 2026/15 min/Justin MaBadminton Footwork for Doubles: Front & Back Player Guide
Doubles footwork is a different sport from singles. Front and rear movement patterns, rotation, and the mistakes that cost club pairs matches.
Apr 21, 2026/12 min/Justin MaSplit Step in Badminton: How to Time It Right
The one move separating fast players from slow ones. Exact timing, depth and landing stance, from a 7× US National Champion.
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