Footwork drills · Fundamentals · Beginner · ~3 min

Recovery to base

Recovering to a good base (adjusted to where you sent the shuttle) is what makes the next shot reachable.

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Starting position

Any corner after a shadow stroke.

Movement sequence

1. Finish the stroke balanced.
2. Push off with the leg nearest the corner.
3. Chasse back toward base, arriving in time to split step as the opponent hits.
4. Adjust base slightly toward where you hit (e.g. after a straight drop, base shifts slightly to that side).

Recovery

This drill is about the recovery itself.

Technique cues

• Hit, push, split
• Arrive before their contact

Common mistakes

• Watching your own shot instead of moving
• Recovering too far (over-running base)

Easier

Recover at walking pace.

Harder

Recover in time for a feeder's next feed.

Safety

• Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, chest pain or unusual breathlessness.

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