Padel Up: Fit for the Court

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer dives deep into one of the most overlooked aspects of athletic performance: recovery. Whether you play padel socially or compete regularly at club level, how you recover between sessions has a direct impact on your energy, consistency, and long-term progress on the court. Jack breaks down the three pillars of effective recovery for p...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer dives deep into the improving player mindset and the daily habits that can genuinely accelerate your padel game. Whether you're a beginner finding your feet or an intermediate player who feels like they've hit a wall, this episode is packed with practical, actionable insights to help you grow faster and smarter on the court. Jack exp...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer dives deep into one of the most talked-about but least trained aspects of padel performance: mental resilience. Whether you've just come off a frustrating club match or a tough tournament exit, this episode is packed with practical, grounded strategies to help you process a loss, reset your mindset, and come back stronger. Jack explo...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer breaks down how padel players can build functional strength without falling into the trap of overtraining and burnout. If you have ever wondered how to structure your gym sessions so they actually improve your game rather than leaving you too fatigued to perform on court, this episode delivers clear, practical guidance. Jack covers t...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer explores one of the most sought-after mental states in sport: the flow state. Drawing on the foundational research of psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Jack breaks down what flow actually is, why padel is such a rich environment for experiencing it, and how players at every level can start creating the conditions that make peak p...

Knee and Ankle Resilience for the Padel Court | Padel Up: Fit for the Court In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer breaks down everything padel players need to know about building stronger, more resilient knees and ankles. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned club player, this episode is packed with practical, actionable guidance to help you stay on the court an...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer breaks down one of the most common mistakes padel players make before they even pick up a racket — the warm-up. From skipping preparation altogether to relying on static stretching before play, Jack explains why the typical pre-match routine falls short and what a smarter, sport-specific approach looks like. Padel is a fast-paced, re...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer dives deep into one of the most common challenges padel players face: staying calm and composed under pressure. Whether you're playing your first club tournament or competing in a regular league, pressure moments are part of the game, and learning to handle them effectively can transform your performance on the court. Jack explores p...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer explores one of the most underrated aspects of padel performance: the mental game. Episode title: Mind Over Match — an introduction to sports psychology for padel players at every level. Jack breaks down why padel creates a unique psychological environment compared to other racket sports, from the enclosed glass court to the constant...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer breaks down everything you need to know about developing explosive power, court speed, and agility specifically for padel players. Whether you're a recreational player looking to improve your movement or a competitive athlete wanting an edge, this episode delivers practical, evidence-informed training strategies you can apply immedia...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer explores one of the most overlooked topics in padel fitness: shoulder health. As padel continues its explosive global growth, more players than ever are discovering the physical demands of the sport, yet shoulder injuries remain one of the least discussed challenges in the padel community. Jack breaks down why the shoulder is so vuln...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer breaks down one of the most overlooked aspects of padel performance: footwork. Whether you are a beginner stepping onto the court for the first time or an experienced club player looking to sharpen your game, understanding movement patterns is the key to unlocking consistent, high-quality play. Jack covers the essential building bloc...

In this episode of Padel Up: Fit for the Court, host Jack Mercer breaks down exactly how to train for padel from the ground up. If you have been wondering how to build real, court-ready fitness rather than just logging more match time, this episode is your starting point. Jack covers the physical demands of padel, explaining why the sport requires a unique combination of aerobic endurance, explosi...