Brian Lutz
Brian Thinks: Ideas from the Court
Short ideas from a lifetime on the racquet court. I’ve spent more than 38 years around tennis and pickleball—coaching players, watching matches, and noticing the strange little decisions that happen between points. These episodes are quick observations about strategy, psychology, and how players actually improve. Longer thinking lives on my Substack, Brian Thinks, where players go deeper and meet Narci, a conversational coaching tool built for the moments between games. The podcast starts the thinking. Narci continues it on the court.
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Episodes
10 Ways Tennis Pro's Can Grow Their Instagram Page 06.11.2019 8:51
Brian gives 10 tips for growing your Instagram page for tennis instructors and tennis players. Grab your email! Sign up for our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway on Backhand-City.com Tips for Growing a Tennis Pro's Instagram Page: 1. Go Live 2. Use IG TV for long form content and tennis tips 3. Use strategic hash tags 4. Three Tennis Photos or Videos Per Day on newsfeed 5. Ten photos or videos on S...
Can You Learn From Tennis Coaches under 30? 05.11.2019 7:19
Brian explains the benefits of being a tennis coach starting out in 2019 as compared to previous generations and how he coached when he was younger and compared to present day. Join our Twins of Miami LiveBall giveaway. Grab your email and go to Backhand-City.com to register.
"Show Me The Money" or The Meaning? 04.11.2019 6:19
Brian retells the story of the psychology of digging holes and how it brings meaning and direction to the job of coaching tennis. Join our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway HERE or sign up on Backhand-City.com Daily Tennis Episode: 83
LiveBall vs Cardio Tennis. What's the difference? 03.11.2019 8:07
Brian explains the difference between LiveBall and Cardio Tennis and how their paths crossed when the innovators briefly considered merging their ideas. Grab your EMAIL!! Enter our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway on Backhand-City.com SHOW NOTES: Cardio Tennis.com LiveBall LA LIVEBALL Underground Tennis Movement Riviera Country Club MIAMI LIVEBALL Backhand City
The Best 3 Books for Tennis Players 02.11.2019 7:03
Brian previews the three most influential books written by tennis players decades apart but with no shortage of impact on the world and the tennis community. Inner Game of Tennis Days of Grace / Arthur Ashe Open by Andre Agassi Enter our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway on Backhand-City.com
3 Ways To Fix Your Ball Toss for Your Serve 01.11.2019 7:37
Brian breaks down the ball toss to help improve your serve and become a more reliable and consistent tennis player. Tip 1: Understand the 3 Hinges Tip 2: How to Hold the Tennis Ball Tip 3: Finding the Apex Tip 4: Helpful exercises to alleviate bad ball tosses. Sign up on Backhand-City.com to enter our Twins of Miami LiveBall contest Leave "Find Your Aha Moment" a Review on iTunes!
How Overthinking Kills Your Tennis Game 31.10.2019 6:54
Overthinking can be the enemy of tennis players where confident decision making is paramount. Tip 1: Frame Your Expectations Tip 2: Understand Outcomes Tip 3: Dealing with Micro Failure Enter here for our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway or register on Backhand-City.com
How Do You Win More Points On Your Service Game? 30.10.2019 6:57
Brian explains the easiest way to accumulate points in you service game. Tip 1: Increase first serve percentage. Tip 2: Serve to their Backhand Tip 3: Serve Wide to get them on the run Tip 4: Serve for Predictability. Enter here for our Twins of Miami LiveBall Contest or on Backhand-City.com
The 3 Truths in Tennis 29.10.2019 6:40
Brian explains the actuality of your tennis game vs your own interpretation. SHOW NOTES: Sign up here for our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway or on Backhand-City.com TRUTH 1: The Score Doesn't Lie TRUTH 2: Hard Work Beats Talent TRUTH 3: There is No Skipping Stages
How To Get People To Play Tennis With You 28.10.2019 4:58
Brian talks about how to get people to play tennis with you. SHOW NOTES: Sign up here for our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway or on Backhand-City.com. TIP 1: Develop a steady serve TIP 2: Be Consistent and Hit a lot of Balls Back in Play TIP 3: Understand Scoring TIP 4: Play with Anyone TIP 5: Be on Time TIP 6: Join a Tennis Club Ps. Can you hear my hungry cat Gypsy at the end of the podcas...
How To Create a Deeper Confidence in Your Tennis Game? 27.10.2019 5:27
Brian explains the steps to developing deeper self confidence for your tennis game in 3 easy to use steps. Sign up here for our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway or sign up on Backhand-City.com.
What's The Best Way To Get Fair Line Calls in a Tennis Match? 26.10.2019 6:59
Brian's explains the best ways to give and receive fair line calls in a tennis match with some statistical perspective. SHOW NOTES: Join our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway by signing up here or on Backhand-City.com
How Long Does It Take To Get Good at Tennis? 25.10.2019 6:14
Brian answers one of the most popular questions tennis students have. How long does it take to get better at tennis?
"Good Shot" Tennis Pro's: The McDonald's Drive Thru of Tennis Lessons 24.10.2019 7:01
What is a :good shot" tennis pro? Are you getting the most out of your tennis pro? Brian goes over the signs of tennis pro burn out. Join our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway here or visit Backhand-City.com Season 1. Episode 72
Nike vs Adidas: Which Shoe Do Tennis Players Like The Most in 2019? 23.10.2019 7:44
Brian analyzes the big players in the tennis shoe game Nike and Adidas. Join Here our Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway or sign up on Backhand-City.com
Is Grunting Good for Your Tennis Game? 22.10.2019 6:40
Is grunting a natural occurrence from hard work? Brian explains the science and sound of the tennis grunting and gives some samples of some of the most famous grunters in tennis. SHOW NOTES: A Good Story on Grunting from the Guardian. Join our free Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway on Backhand-City.com
5 Ways a Tennis Ball Machine Can Help Your Game 21.10.2019 7:59
Ball machines have come a long way over the years. They are quieter more efficient and a great way to get a workout and work on your technique. Brain explains how to leverage this tool to help your tennis game. Show Notes: The Musical Ball Machine
Which Tennis Balls Should You Buy? Regular Duty or Extra Felt? 20.10.2019 7:55
Does it matter what kind of tennis balls you buy and why the Women's and Men's Tour use different tennis balls? Brian gives you easy to follow tips on picking the correct type of tennis balls for your game and playing situation. Sign up for Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway on Backhand-City.com
How Hard Is It To Play Professional Tennis for a Living? 19.10.2019 7:20
Brian breaks down the financial budget for being a professional tennis player on the ATP Tour. SHOW NOTES: John Isner's Tennis Budget Prize Money Earnings as of Oct 14, 2019 Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway. Sign up here: https://aha.backhand-city.com/squeeze-page32773829
What Will Be the Tennis Trends in 2020? 18.10.2019 6:09
Brian breaks down the trends for the 2020 tennis season. Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway . Sign up here: https://aha.backhand-city.com/squeeze-page32773829 SHOW NOTES: Carbon Fiber Pantone Colors of 2020 for Tennis Apparel. Pickle Ball coming to a city near you D. Medvedev will win a Grand Slam UTR will do a product redesign. Tennis Shoes will get lighter. Season 1. Episode 66
How to Find The Right Tennis Pro on Google? 17.10.2019 7:08
Brian translates page 1 of google searches when looking for tennis professionals. Join the Twins of Miami LiveBall Class Giveaway here: https://aha.backhand-city.com/squeeze-page32773829 SHOW NOTES: PlayYourCourt.com
How To Get Your First Job Teaching Tennis? 16.10.2019 9:12
Brian gives a road map to young and aspiring teaching pro's who want to start a career in tennis. Twins of Miami LiveBall Giveaway Tennis Certifications: USPTA and Professional Tennis Registry Lets Play Tennis.com USTA Tournaments and Leagues Blog: Backhand-City.com
Peloton or Soul Cycle? Which Indoor Exercise Bike is Best for Tennis Players. 15.10.2019 8:09
Brian analyzes indoor exercise bikes for tennis players. Which one is right for your tennis game and budget? Find Your Aha Moment: Season 1. Episode 63 Correction: Peloton full kit is $2,900 not $29k
Where is the Best Place to Buy a Tennis Racquet? And the Worst? 14.10.2019 7:00
Brian breaks down the different places to buy a tennis racquet and which place you should never buy a tennis racquet. Online Tennis Stores: Tennis-Warehouse.com , Tennis Express , Midwest Sports and Tennis Plaza . in Miami, Tennis Anyone in Boca Raton. No Go! (Dicks Sporting Goods) plus bonus tip if you ended up buying one there!
How to Deal With Tennis Industry Pundits? 12.10.2019 6:56
Tennis Lesson Service Providers feel the pressure to "grow the game". Commandment XII of 13 Commandments of Tennis Coach is about industry culture and helping the local tennis pro put national marketing initiatives into perspective and help your bottom line grow.. Episode 60 of our Daily Tennis Podcast
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