How to Stand During Badminton

Flick serve's

Stand with your left foot forwards and your right foot back. This way, if the opponent is opening a flick serve, you can easily return it without turning 180 degrees at full speed.

Bend your knee's at a 45 degree angle. This can allow you to easily run or shuffle back if the shuttlecock goes behind you. If you allow either leg to be completely straight, then it will take longer to get moving also.

You should angle your feet and body partially sideways-on to the server, instead of facing him. This will help you push off backwards, especially towards the corner.

You should stand as far forwards as you can. Still, try to be able to play effective flick serve returns. If you cope easily with flick serves, then you’re standing too far back! Force yourself to move farther forwards.

During rally's

Always ready your racket. This will allow you to strike the shuttlecock back at the opponent faster. Also, it will allow you to be better prepared for getting smashed or body-attacked.

As the same as flick serves, always BEND your knees. If you put your legs side by side, it will be virtually impossible to use the backwards chassés, hitches, and jumps effectively. Only put your legs side by side if you have to run or shuffle to the side.

After hitting the shuttlecock, ALWAYS return to the middle. This will allow you to receive the return shot from the opponent more easily as you are closer to the middle.