---
title: "Cuándo hacer un globo en pádel | Timing, objetivos y riesgo"
url: "https://padel.how/es/strategy/when-to-lob/"
description: "Aprende cuándo hacer un globo en pádel, cuándo evitarlo, cómo elegir objetivos y cómo recuperar la red sin regalar remates fáciles."
date_published: "2026-05-31"
date_modified: "2026-05-31"
locale: "es"
---

## Respuesta directa

> Aprende cuándo hacer un globo en pádel, cuándo evitarlo, cómo elegir objetivos y cómo recuperar la red sin regalar remates fáciles.

# Cuándo hacer un globo en pádel


The lob is one of the most important strategic shots in padel, but it is not automatic. A good lob changes court position. A bad lob gives opponents their easiest overhead.


## Lob or not?


Use the decision table before choosing height as your default answer.


| Ball you receive | Lob choice | Better alternative |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Comfortable ball after glass | Strong option | Deep lob to middle or weaker overhead side. |
| Fast ball at the feet | Risky | Block low and recover shape. |
| Opponent too close to net | Strong option | High deep lob over the closer player. |
| You are off balance | Risky | Safe cross-court or middle reset. |
| Opponent overhead is weak | Use more often | Test depth and make them move back. |


## Lob when it changes position


A lob is successful when it moves opponents away from the net, gives your team time to advance, or forces a weaker overhead. It is not successful just because it goes high.


If opponents stay comfortable and keep attacking, your lob is probably too short, too predictable, or aimed at the wrong player.


- [How to lob in padel](https://padel.how/es/techniques/how-to-lob-in-padel/)
- [Defensive lob](https://padel.how/es/defense/defensive-lob/)
- [Playing at the net](https://padel.how/es/strategy/how-to-play-at-the-net-in-padel/)


## When not to lob


Do not lob because you are scared of the rally. If the ball is too low, too fast, or too close to your body, a forced lob often sits up for an easy smash.


Also avoid automatic lobs against players who punish every medium-height ball. Against strong overhead players, your lob needs real height and depth or a more specific target.


- [Tactical errors in padel](https://padel.how/es/mistakes/tactical-errors-in-padel/)
- [How to play against lobbers](https://padel.how/es/strategy/how-to-play-against-lobbers/)
- [X3 and X4 smashes](https://padel.how/es/techniques/x3-x4-smash/)


## FAQ

### When should I lob in padel?

Lob when you can create enough height and depth to move opponents back or give your team time to recover.

### Should beginners lob a lot?

Yes, but with a purpose. Beginners should learn the lob early because it teaches court position and patience.

### Where should I aim my lob?

Deep middle is the safest start. Corners and weaker overhead sides are useful when you have more control.

### When is a lob too risky?

When you are late, low, off balance, or facing a player who can attack any medium-height lob.

### Is a lob defensive or offensive?

It can be both. A defensive lob resets the point; an offensive lob helps your team take the net.


For a mistake checklist, use [lob mistakes in padel](https://padel.how/es/mistakes/lob-mistakes/).


To train the decision, pair this with [lob drills for padel](https://padel.how/es/training/lob-drills/).


After a successful lob, use [net recovery timing](https://padel.how/es/defense/recover-net-position/).


Against power, a deep lob can help you [slow down power hitters](https://padel.how/es/defense/against-power-hitters/).