Pickleball Tips - 4.0 To Pro, A Pocket-Sized Pickleball Podcast

Pickleball Tips - 4.0 To Pro, A Pocket-Sized Pickleball Podcast

Welcome to 4.0 to pro, the pickleball podcast that focuses on a single shot, tip, or strategy to improve your pickleball game with every single pocket-sized episode. Our goal is to make you better every single time you hear our voices! We are covering in-depth pickleball tips and strategies like serving, returning, drives, 3rd-shot options, dinking, faster hands, and much more! Subscribe to become a better pickleball player! . For more tips, find us on Instagram at @4.0_to_Pro. If you have a Pickleball question, submit it at http://picklehelp.com. Now get out there and DOMINATE…. but don’t forget to have fun!

Episodes

57: How to Use Rec Play to Actually Get Better at Pickleball

December 10, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode, Michael O’Neal (Long Beach, CA) and Mircea “MEER-cha” Morariu (Boca Raton, FL) are finally back together after a long break from podcasting and from regular pickleball play. This week, the guys dive deep into one of the most overlooked—and most transformative—concepts in pickleball improvement: Whether you're a 3.0 trying to climb or a 4.5 tuning the edges of your game, how you approach your recreational games d...
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56: Advanced Pickleball Strategy | Paddle Angles, Deception, and Anticipation (4.0-5.0+)

November 21, 2025 • 36 mins
In this follow-up to our paddle-angle masterclass, Michael and Mircea dig into the advanced version of one of pickleball’s most important (and misunderstood) skills: learning to read what your opponents are about to do before they do it. After catching up—Michael’s Thanksgiving trip to North Carolina, CRBN’s new cold-weather gear, and the limited-edition CRBN Summit paddle drop—the guys jump straight into how paddle-angle reading ...
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55: Reading Paddle Angles 101: How to See the Shot Before It Happens

October 21, 2025 • 28 mins
You don’t need psychic powers to know what shot’s coming next — you just need to learn how to read paddle angles. In this episode, Michael and Mircea break down the basics of anticipating your opponent’s next move before they even make contact. You’ll learn: How paddle face, wrist position, and body alignment reveal shot intent. The subtle “tells” during dink rallies that scream attack incoming. Why focusing on th...
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54: Lob ‘Em Till They Cry: Mastering the Most Annoying Shot in Pickleball

October 8, 2025 • 37 mins
This week on 4.0 to Pro, Michael and Mircea go sky high—literally—with an entire episode dedicated to one of pickleball’s most chaotic, misunderstood, and deliciously evil weapons: the lob. We break down when to use it, why it works, and how to make your opponents question all their life choices. From defensive desperation lobs to perfectly disguised offensive flicks, we’ll teach you how to add height, strategy, and a bit of misch...
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53: LIVE From our camp in Dallas Q&A!

September 29, 2025 • 33 mins
Today we cover LOTS of current topics from positioning to grip to communication. It was a juicy Q&A from our live camp in Texas! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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52: PATIENCE. It's a Virtue. And A Key To Pickleball.

September 15, 2025 • 22 mins
A watch of the PPA Cincinnati Tour resulted in pointing out how utterly patient the pros are as they make their way to the NVZ. Have a look and a listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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51: INSTANT Improvement on The Pickleball Court With This ONE Tweak!

September 9, 2025 • 31 mins
There's a bit of a secret sauce that the pros do, and we are lifting the kimono on this episode so you guys can instantly get better. This is the most low hanging fruit in Pickleball! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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50: Cross-Court Attacks Part 2, The Advanced Version

September 2, 2025 • 30 mins
Today we discuss the phase II level of XC attacks in pickleball, brought to you by our own Mircea Morariu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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49: Say It Isn't SO! Cross Court Speed Ups??? (Part 1)

August 25, 2025 • 16 mins
Today we visit the VERY controversial, but timely topic of cross court speedups. For years, these have been SPECIFICALLY called out as dangerous for your partner, but the advent of paddle technology combined with the trend of "creating offense" as much as possible has brought the conversation to the forefront. Enjoy this quite pocket-sized episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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48: The OFFICIAL 402P Pickleball Drill Session!

August 18, 2025 • 45 mins
This show is dedicated to Albin Morariu. Link to PDF of drill sesh: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zwcD95E8xiCM8EN0F75dnNIOpR_Xpb-V/view?usp=sharing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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47: The Secret Sauce on Pickleball Returns!

August 10, 2025 • 34 mins
Today we refresh on all things returns. They served...now you gotta hit it. Let's show you the best way to do that. :) Support The Show! ⁠⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠⁠ To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠⁠ by using th...
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46: Triangle Patterns, How To Keep Your Hands Sweat-Free, How To Play Against Tennis Players, and More! Pickleball Q&A

August 5, 2025 • 30 mins
A LONG overdue Q&A episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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45: How To Choose A Pickleball Coach!

July 28, 2025 • 35 mins
Support The Show! ⁠⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠⁠ To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠⁠ by using the promo code "402p" Today we chat all things pickleball coach! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
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44: Surprise Your Pickleball Partners And Improve Your Game With This Tip!

July 19, 2025 • 27 mins
Today Michael's new tournament partner surprised him with a really great strategy, and we chat about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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43: Learning & Mastering the Two-Handed Backhand and Roll Dink (The Two-ey!)

July 8, 2025 • 24 mins
Support The Show! ⁠⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠⁠ Get EARLY ACCESS to the CRBN TrueFoam 4 Paddle here: (don't forget the "402p" promo code! http://crbnpickleball .com/tfg4 To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠⁠ by using ...
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42: THIS Skill (Strategic Thinking) Will Take Your Pickleball Game to the NEXT LEVEL.

July 7, 2025 • 32 mins
Support The Show! ⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠ To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠ by using the promo code "402p" Strategy. It's a lonely word. But it shouldn't be. It' s arguably the most important aspect of your game a...
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41: LEFTIES! Playing WITH and AGAINST Them!

July 7, 2025 • 33 mins
Support The Show! ⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠ To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠ by using the promo code "402p" Today we're digging into playing WITH and AGAINST lefties. Should you stack? What are the three most important ...
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40: EXPLAINED: The Paddle Weighting Mystery Solved!

July 7, 2025 • 37 mins
http://402p.com/warmup to get your Yobow Bakpak+ Support The Show! ⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠ To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠ by using the promo code "402p" Today we talk paddle weighting ! It can be a bit of a "dark a...
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39: It's WINDY! It's SUNNY! It's ALTITUDE! How To Adjust to Adverse Pickleball Conditions

July 7, 2025 • 43 mins
Support The Show! ⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠ To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠ by using the promo code "402p" Since Mircea has just gotten to Aspen for the summer, we thought it would be a great time to talk about adjusting...
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38: LIVE Q&A From The 4.0 to Pro Pickleball Camp at The Fort!

July 7, 2025 • 42 mins
Support The Show! ⁠⁠http://402p.com/support⁠⁠ To inquire about advertising on the podcast and/or live clinics and camps, reach us at ⁠⁠⁠http://picklehelp.com⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠@4.0_to_Pro⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠@brainsdoc⁠⁠⁠. Follow Michael on IG ⁠⁠⁠@solohour⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off at ⁠⁠CRBN Pickleball⁠⁠ by using the promo code "402p" Our first show in front of a live audience! So much fun with our 4.0 to Pro campers! A bunch of great questions a...
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