Staying on the Field and Off the Injury List
After a long cold winter, in your rush to be on the field, don’t forget to prepare your body to stay on the field.
Read MoreAdvice and Strategy
Still not convinced about forearm fire?
Last week I accepted a university assistant coach position! The entire coaching staff has been changed over the last few weeks, so I had the opportunity to review a lot of prospective players’ videos. I definitely noticed a trend…
Read MoreReturning from a Major Injury
We’ve all had injuries. They can be painful, emotionally draining, and frustrating. Minor injuries happen all the time, but some may require extensive time off, physical therapy, or even the dreaded word no athlete wants to hear…surgery. After a major injury like that, returning to your sport can be a stressful and scary experience. I know how it feels; at age 24 I’ve had more injuries, surgeries, and physical therapy treatments than I’d like, both softball and non-sport related. Today I want to share some injury recovery tips from my experience with you.
Read MoreSet your Body Before you Pitch
In today’s video I talk about the importance of taking your time and ensuring you start yourself off in a good position.
Read MoreThe Most Important Habit for Softball Success
To start 2014, I’m giving you advice that I sincerely wish I had received and utilized when I was an athlete. As coach and business professional, the value of this habit pays me back on a daily basis. It’s truly priceless and I really hope coaches, parents, an athletes give it a try.
Read MoreArticle Share: The Dangers of Playing the Same Sport Year Round
Happy New Year everyone!
Yesterday Joe shared an article on Facebook that I think is so important I just had to make it my post this week. I’m seeing a disturbing trend in very young softball players, pitchers especially, playing softball way too much…
Read MoreHow Much Should You Pitch in the Winter?
In the past I’ve put together some general guidelines for how much you should practice pitching, but there are so many factors involved in creating an optimal and well-rounded training routine. For example in the winter, which is often the one true offseason for many pitchers who participate in games during the spring, summer, and fall, you don’t want to practice the same way you do during the rest of the year.
Read MoreHow to Work Out in a Big, Crowded Gym
Joining a gym can be intimidating and overwhelming. In this week’s video, I give you some tips on how to workout in a big, crowded gym. If you’ve already joined a gym and have been following the 2014 Offseason Strength Training Program, this video will show you how to complete the workouts I’ve provided.
Read MoreWhy You Should Stop Saying “Release Point”
“Release point” is very common universal terminology across pretty much all pitching styles. I’m sure you’ve all heard it, said it, and worried about yours being “off.” While there is technically a precise moment in time and spot in the air when the ball breaks contact with your fingers, I believe that thinking about this “point” can be counterproductive.
Read More12U and 10U Strength Training
Many people have asked or emailed us about strength training guidelines for 12U and 10U athletes. In this week’s video, I address the special considerations you should be aware of when developing an exercise program for kids.
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