Hand Warm-ups. Bench-side hand warm-up ➜ 10 shadow contacts ➜ then play bare-handed for true paddle feel.
A good handwarmer between games. Heat hands on the bench; put it down before points.
- Sip something warm, light. Small sips of warm water/tea keep comfort up without weighing you down.
- Keep shoulders warm off-court. Drape the Warmbob Heated Blanket on the bench/bleachers or on your shoulders; remove before you play for full range and touch.
- Stay lightly mobile while waiting. 60-sec loop: foot shuffles, shoulder circles, wrist rolls, mini split-step + shadow dinks, quick grip check.
Why it works:
Warm hands = better touch; warm shoulders = smoother swings; light movement = faster reads.
Step 1: Do a 60-second hand warm-up (before you serve)
Why it works: Warm hands wake up touch and grip so your first balls don’t sail or die in the net.
How to do it: On the bench, warm your palms and fingertips for ~60 seconds. Then do 10 shadow contacts (soft taps to the paddle face) to “turn on” feel. Play bare-handed—skip gloves so paddle feedback stays true.
Step 2: Use the Warmbob Duo between games (then play bare-handed)
Why it helps: You keep warmth without losing feel.
What to use: Warmbob Duo handwarmers—small, pocket-ready, and made for courtside use.
Fast facts:
- 3 heat levels: 115°F (≈12h) • 130°F (≈8.5h) • 140°F (≈7h)
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LCD = battery/level (not temperature)
- Outer silicone case: bump protection + non-slip even with sweat
- Auto-off, UL-listed battery, IPX4/5 splash resistance (dry-hand use), TSA carry-on OKPro routine: Warm hands with Duo on the fence/bench → 10 shadow contacts → put Duo down → play bare-handed for maximum paddle feel.
Step 3: Sip something warm (light, not heavy)
Why it helps: Warm liquids raise comfort fast without weighing you down.
What to do: Bring a small thermos. Choose warm water, tea, or light cocoa. Avoid heavy, sugary drinks right before play—they can make you sluggish. Take small sips during rotations so your core doesn’t dip while you wait.
Step 4: Keep your shoulders warm with the Warmbob Heated Blanket (off-court only)
Why it helps: Warm shoulders = relaxed swing and easier resets when you rotate back in.
How to use: While you’re not on court, drape the Warmbob Heated Blanket across shoulders/upper back. It’s hands-free warmth that calms shivers without bulky jackets. When it’s your turn, remove it and play so your range of motion and touch stay clean.
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Step 5: Stay lightly mobile while you wait
Why it helps: Gentle movement keeps blood flowing so you don’t start a rally half-frozen.
What to do (60 seconds total):
- Foot shuffle x10 seconds (side-to-side near the fence)
- Shoulder circles x10 (both directions)
- Wrist rolls x10 (each side)
- Mini split-step + shadow dink x10
- Grip check (dry hands, relaxed forearm)
Do this loop once between games. It looks simple, but it’s the difference between “icy starts” and ready starts.
Your quick winter checklist
- Warm hands for ~60s → 10 shadow contacts
- Duo on bench, not in hand during play
- Warm sip every rotation
- Blanket on shoulders when off-court; off when you play
- Light movement while waiting
Why this works together
- Hands warm = better paddle feel and softer dinks.
- Core/shoulders warm = smoother swings, fewer tight, floaty balls.
- Light movement = quicker reads at the kitchen and cleaner first points.
- Bare-handed play after warming = maximum touch without glove mush.
Bottom line: Start warm, stay mobile, and play bare-handed. Your first points will feel cleaner—and your partner will notice. If you want the easy way to keep this routine, grab a Warmbob Duo for hands and a Warmbob Heated Blanket for shoulders, and run this checklist at your next ladder night.
