This is part 3 of a 3 part series on trigger moves by Gary Palmer. To go to part 1 click here, to go to part 2 click here

In this free video Gary Palmer shows you The common mistakes batsmen make when making a trigger move. Get it wrong and you can end up in a poor position that is more likely to get you out.

This is part 2 of a 3 part series on trigger moves by Gary Palmer. To go to part 1 click here.

You can use trigger moves to improve your batting technique against swing bowling as well as outright speed.

In this free video Gary Palmer shows you how to adapt your trigger move to the ball that is swinging and pitched up more.

This is part 1 of a 3 part series on trigger moves by Gary Palmer. To go to part 2 click here.

How do you pick line and length of fast bowling on quick wickets?

It's very difficult to do, and even more so if you are trying to stand still. One way to help with this is to adopt the 'back and across' trigger movement.

Gary Palmer, the PitchVision Academy batting coach, talks about the coaching idea that batting is a sideways game. If you would like coaching from Gary, check out CCM Academy.

We have all heard the coaching mantra: Cricket is a sideways game.

Good bowlers get side on in their action. Batsmen stand sideways at the crease.

The biggest talking point from day one of the 2009 Ashes was Kevin Pietersen's horrible shot selection to get out when well set. This pdf file from The Times explains the shot in all its gory detail.

If such a fine batsman as Pietersen makes mistakes like this, what chance does everyone else have to get it right? The answer is: More chance that you might think.

If shots go through fashions, we can safely say the sweep is this year's must have item. Have you been wondering how to play the sweep well?

The sweep is an excellent weapon for any batsman: when used correctly.

Frowned upon totally in its early days, the shot (and its range of variations) has become an acceptable, if difficult to learn, shot. But many coaches still shy away from teaching it, going down the safer route of a straight bat.

Are you looking to improve your footwork and get your shoulder in the right position?

This drill, filmed at Activate Cricket Centre in Sydney, we see how you can work wonders with a friend, a batting tee, some cones and a couple of balls.

In recent years a new criticism of a player has entered the vocabulary of cricket: That of 'slavishly following the coaching manual'.

They have a perfect off drive that goes straight to mid off every time: A great shot for none. They are typified by slow scoring and a lack of power in their shots. They may even be described as a player from another age.

Gary Palmer, the PitchVision Academy batting coach, continues his series on the techniques of some of the England team.  He has some ideas for positive changes that will benefit Kevin Pietersen's performance. If you would like coaching from Gary, check out CCM Academy.