Forrester PE Dept

 

TECHNICIAL QUALITIES

 

TIMING

 

Definition

Timing is the ability to execute a skill/movement at exactly the right time and with the right degree of emphasis.

 

Impact on Performance

Timing of executing a skill / movement is often dictated by external influences.  For example, in dance the timing of movements should be in time with the beat/tempo of the music. In football, you may need to time when to play a pass depending on when your team-mate makes their run. When serving in tennis, you need to time when to swing the racket at the ball and transfer your weight to ensure that you make good contact and increase the power behind the ball.