Problems Caused by Poor Drive Through

This is a continuation from my last video, in which I talked about foot alignment issues and how they affect your drive through mechanics in pitching. Today I’m going to talk about the domino effect that that can have on the rest of your pitching mechanics.

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The Importance of Fitness for Softball

In this week’s video I explain why being fit is directly related to becoming better softball player. If you think strength and conditioning is only about getting stronger or faster, you’re missing the bigger (and more important) picture. For athletes with siblings or friends who play other sports, these principles apply to them as well so spread the word!

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Slow-Motion Pitcher Animations

Videos are a great training aid for learning skills, but sometimes it’s helpful to be able to look at at a looping animation. For your reference, I’ve compiled some slow-motion looping animated GIFs of a few pitchers that we feel exemplify excellent pitching mechanics.

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Foot-Knee Alignment Issues

We’ve talked extensively about the common issues that occur with foot alignment in windmill pitching. If you’re still relying solely on training aids to force the foot forward, you’ll want to reconsider. In today’s video, I give visual demonstrations of what is really causing these issues and how you can resolve them.

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Crafting your Pre-Motion

In today’s video, I talk about some of the different things you can do to start your windmill pitch and make sure your momentum is moving in the right direction.

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Help! I Need to Get In Shape Fast for College!

In this video, I demonstrate a total body strength training routine and my go-to conditioning exercise for getting athletes in shape quickly. I also outline a last-minute workout schedule for college athletes who want to make a good first impression this fall.

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Resources for Transitioning Into Your Next Age Group

We’re already entering August, and with that comes the end of the summer tournament season. Many of you may be moving into the next age group within your organization before Fall ball starts. For current 10U pitchers, that means an increased pitching distance and a bigger ball. 12U pitchers, you’ll also be increasing your pitching distance in your move to 14U. I’ve compiled a list of resources you can use to help ease the transition.

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The Importance of Strength Training for Softball Pitchers

Strength training doesn’t only improve pitching velocity, it improves durability. It doesn’t just improve durability by upgrading the integrity of the muscles and tendons; strength training makes pitchers more efficient. Do you or does your daughter seem to “gas out” at a certain time during the game or tournament? Watch this.

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