In this episode of Padel Up: Beginner to Intermediate, host Jack Mercer breaks down one of the most overlooked fundamentals in padel: the ready position. Whether you're a complete beginner or working your way toward an intermediate level, understanding where you stand on the court and how your body is set up between shots can make a dramatic difference to your overall game.

Jack walks through every element of the perfect ready position, from foot placement and knee bend to racket height and court positioning. You'll learn why keeping your weight on the balls of your feet is essential for quick movement, why your racket should never hang by your side while you're waiting, and how the split step can transform your reaction time and court coverage.

The episode also covers doubles positioning, explaining where you should be standing depending on whether your team is serving or returning, and how your proximity to the net affects your ability to control a point.

This is the kind of foundational knowledge that coaches emphasise repeatedly because it underpins everything else in your game. Clean groundstrokes, effective volleys, and smart movement all start with being in the right place with the right posture.

Perfect for beginner padel players, intermediate players looking to tighten up their technique, and anyone who wants to understand the tactical side of court positioning.

Keywords: padel ready position, padel basics, padel for beginners, padel technique, padel court positioning, padel tips, padel doubles strategy, padel split step, beginner padel podcast, intermediate padel.