On March 4, 2024, I clocked a serve at 201 km/h—exactly what our AIM-X algorithm predicted. It’s no coincidence; our data-driven method can predict a player’s serve speed with remarkable accuracy, especially for those with a solid foundation. Serving harder than your physical capabilities is nearly impossible, and our algorithm, based on hundreds of tests, pinpoints these limits. Often, technical flaws prevent players from fully utilizing their potential.
The Serve: Not Just the Start, but a Weapon
“The serve isn’t a way to start the point—it’s a weapon to end it!” This mindset drives our training series and underscores the importance of smart, science-backed improvements.
The Key to Serving Faster
Our "Predicted Serve Speed" correlates to actual serve speed with a 0.88 reliability coefficient and a standard deviation of just 3.8%. This data identifies key physical areas to develop rotational and throwing power for more effective serves.
Join My Journey
I aim to break the 220 km/h barrier - testing not only my serve but the training methodology itself. Through structured, efficient training, I’ve seen how tailored programs unlock untapped potential.
Follow the blog series to discover how strategic physical training transforms serving potential, blending science with sport.
Martin Stern Taipale, tennis enthusiast and coach at AIM-X Sports Club in Sollentuna.
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