This is a guest article from Iain Brunnschweiler.

There is more than one way to perform a high-class leg side take. Which method works best for you?

Recently, I have been working with some talented wicketkeepers. The more time I spent with them, the more I noticed these guys were highly effective at leg side takes standing up to the wicket.

I also noticed that they do it differently.

In fact, there are two distinct methods for leg side takes. When you work out which one is "yours" you will improve your leg side work dramatically.

So, give both a try and it wont be long before you are doing the right thing for your needs, and boosting your keeping.

1. Hands first. Set up as normal, but when the ball goes down the leg side, keep your head and feet on the off side while moving your hands to the leg side.
2. Whole body. Again, set up as normal, only now when you go to the leg side move your hands and feet together.

Some principles remain the same for both; watch the ball, come up with the bounce, and move as late as possible with haste.

So, which are you: Hands first or whole body?