Dynamic stretching is MANDATORY for all of our pitchers, and should be for your's too! To perform at our best we need to be flexible and have good range of motion. However, not all stretching is created equal. Different types of stretches benefit pitchers in different ways. Research shows that dynamic stretching better prepares athletes for performance, and should be done …
Correcting Foot Turn in Pitching
Does your pitcher's foot turn out just as she's about to push off of the pitcher's mound? If so, she's not alone. One of the more common problems seen among pitchers is a premature foot turn. Fortunately, with focused effort and proper technique, this is a problem that can be fixed relatively quickly. Problems Associated with Premature Foot Turn 1) Loss of Velocity If a …
Pitching Ropes for Accuracy
Pitching Ropes are one of our favorite ways to help a pitcher improve her accuracy. They are perfect for the earliest of beginners and the most elite pitchers alike. If a pitcher can hit a rope repeatedly, then she should have no problem not only throwing strikes, but also dominating hitters! We prefer to use Chinese Jump Ropes because when the ball hits them, they do not …