(Newswire.net — June 17, 2019) — Many people enjoy playing pool and being able to spend time with their friends and family while doing so. Although to begin playing, it’s important to know some pool table basics. The three most important basics and principles of the pool table are – the body position, hitting the cue ball and holding the cue stick.
Pool Table Basics
Some pool table basics include having the right body position, knowing how to hold the cue stick, and how to hit the cue ball.
The Body Position
The right body positioning is very important when it comes to playing billiards. The body position and stance should be comfortable yet stable when you are pointing the cue ball, swinging the cue and hitting the cue ball. You have to start by keeping your shoulders and feel in the same width. Now, take a step forward and lean the foot. Put the hand on pool table. After that, you have to position the cue and then position the head straight over the cue.
Holding the Cue Stick
Holding the cue in the right way plays a significant role when you are playing pool. Use your hand to put the cue on your leaning hand. The hand is used for swinging the cue. This is done by the grip hand. But how will you know which is your grip hand and leaning hand? You have to point something which is far away with the help of your right index finger. Now, close the left eye. If your right index finger is pointing straight on, then left hand is your leaning hand. The grip hand is your right hand.
The next basic skill that you have to master while playing pool is positioning of the leaning hand. For this, you have to put a beer cap on the billiard table. Now, you can hide it your hand and open the three external fingers. You have to start by lifting up your end thumb forming a V-shape. Now, put the cue between your knuckles and thumb of the index finger.
Hitting the Cue Ball
Next thing that you have to learn is hitting the cue ball. Though it is not a big deal but you must not miss it. You have to place the tip of your cue approximately four inches away from the cue ball. Then according to that, you have to position your cue on the leaning hand. Now, take the position and strike the ball right in the center with the help of your cue. When you are striking, only your arm should move keeping your entire body still.
Conclusion
Now, you know about the most important and significant pool table basics if you’re planning on buying a house within the year or looking to remodel the style of your home soon. Playing pool with your friends can be a fun thing, but you need to make sure that you are doing it right and on a clean pool table to give a tough fight. But you cannot expect to master the art of playing pool within few days. You have to be patient and dedicated. Gradually, you will be able to play like a champ!