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Is it easier to learn to play an instrument or not? I would say that it is harder to learn table tennis since you have an oppo to adjust to.
Is it harder to learn to play table tennis or guitar
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It depends entirely on what you set as a benchmark for having "learned" TT or playing guitar.
Getting the basic strokes in TT down in a slow and somewhat correct fashion on easy balls fed from a coach + understanding the rules is IMO easier than learning to read notes, learning the chords, picking, strumming etc. in a somewhat fluent matter.
But then again, learning to read spin from a tricky serve, being able to keep up in fast topspin rallies and anticipating the moves of your opponent is way harder than playing your basic guitar school "learner" songs.
It depends entirely on what you set as a benchmark for having "learned" TT or playing guitar.
Getting the basic strokes in TT down in a slow and somewhat correct fashion on easy balls fed from a coach + understanding the rules is IMO easier than learning to read notes, learning the chords, picking, strumming etc. in a somewhat fluent matter.
But then again, learning to read spin from a tricky serve, being able to keep up in fast topspin rallies and anticipating the moves of your opponent is way harder than playing your basic guitar school "learner" songs.
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Learning to play an instrument and learning to play table tennis are two different skills that require different types of practice and focus. Whether one is easier or harder can depend on the individual's natural abilities, interests, and the amount of time they are willing to dedicate to practice.
Learning to play an instrument typically involves developing fine motor skills, understanding musical theory, reading music, and cultivating an ear for pitch and rhythm. It can be a solitary activity, but it also requires discipline and consistent practice to improve.
On the other hand, table tennis is a sport that requires hand-eye coordination, quick reflexes, and the ability to anticipate and react to an opponent's moves. It is a more interactive and dynamic activity since you are playing against an opponent whose actions you cannot control, which adds a layer of complexity.
Some people might find it easier to learn an instrument because they can practice at their own pace and do not have to adjust to another player's style. Others might find table tennis easier because it is more physical and they can rely on natural athleticism or enjoy the competitive aspect.
Ultimately, the ease or difficulty of learning either skill is subjective and can vary greatly from person to person. It's important to choose an activity that you are passionate about, as this will motivate you to practice and overcome challenges.
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Learning to play an instrument typically involves developing fine motor skills, understanding musical theory, reading music, and cultivating an ear for pitch and rhythm. It can be a solitary activity, but it also requires discipline and consistent practice to improve.
On the other hand, table tennis is a sport that requires hand-eye coordination, quick reflexes, and the ability to anticipate and react to an opponent's moves. It is a more interactive and dynamic activity since you are playing against an opponent whose actions you cannot control, which adds a layer of complexity.
Some people might find it easier to learn an instrument because they can practice at their own pace and do not have to adjust to another player's style. Others might find table tennis easier because it is more physical and they can rely on natural athleticism or enjoy the competitive aspect.
Ultimately, the ease or difficulty of learning either skill is subjective and can vary greatly from person to person. It's important to choose an activity that you are passionate about, as this will motivate you to practice and overcome challenges.
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I play classic guitar and table tennis. TT is way harder, because requires body conditioning and you also have to overcome the deficiencies of the equipment and adapt, also adapt to the opponents variety. Classic guitar is about practicing consistently and learn new techniques and more advance compositions with time, is very difficult but the equipment is very precise, you don't have to pair rubber and blade, the equipment does not have pros/cons, you don't need special shoes, or you don't have to overcome physical impediments.
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I think Table Tennis is harder. There's a lot more nuances, a lot more variables and things to go wrong.
You can train an AI to play guitar well, but it'll be harder to train an AI to play Table Tennis
It's possible for a talented musician who's never played guitar to reach professional level starting in their 20s or 30s. As far as I know this is impossible for a talented athlete in table tennis. I'd also guess that a much higher percentage of motivated learners reach the equivalent of 2000 level skill in guitar compared to table tennis because as you say effective practice can be done mostly on your own.
I play both and there are lots of examples of famous guitar players who started playing later in life.
I know of precisely one person who first started playing at 13 (ie he was 13 the first time he picked up a racket) and achieved a world class level. ONE. Everytime I hear a story "well so and so started late" that I have been told falls apart under scrutiny. In table tennis if you don't start as a young kid, you aren't getting to 2700. In guitar, the sky is the limit.
I know of precisely one person who first started playing at 13 (ie he was 13 the first time he picked up a racket) and achieved a world class level. ONE. Everytime I hear a story "well so and so started late" that I have been told falls apart under scrutiny. In table tennis if you don't start as a young kid, you aren't getting to 2700. In guitar, the sky is the limit.
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