Why The 60-Yard Dash Is A Poor Way To Test Baseball Speed

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As I become more involved with strength and speed training with baseball players it is increasingly obvious that the 60-yard dash is a bad metric to use to test “true baseball speed.”

I put “true baseball speed” in quotes because … Read more >

4 Pressing Exercise Variations For Baseball Players

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Developing a strong back is important for baseball players.

In the past I have talked about some general tips to use in order to grow a strong and big upper back. I have also given you some of my favorite … Read more >

The Key to Building Confidence as a Baseball Player

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We have all heard of the term “confidence” and I am sure we can all agree that it is of vital importance to a baseball player’s progress and development.

Yogi Berra put it best, “Baseball is 90 percent mental and … Read more >

Are Weighted Baseball Velocity Programs Safe and Effective?

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Weighted baseball velocity training programs continue to rise in popularity in baseball pitchers of all levels despite us not knowing why they may improve velocity, the long term effects on the body, or the most appropriate program to perform.

Unfortunately, … Read more >

Building Your Offseason Baseball Throwing Program

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For many years I’ve been asked a number of questions about “when” and “how” pitchers should train in the off-season to best prepare for their upcoming season. Because there are so many variables in each case, it’s not usually a … Read more >

Download our Free Arm Care Program for Baseball Players

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One of the foundational pillars of any program for baseball players is an arm care program. Yet, this is often one of the most neglected areas I’ve seen. Many collegiate baseball players, let alone high school and youth baseball players, … Read more >

How to Get the Most Out of the Start of Your Baseball Offseason

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This article, How to Get the Most Out of the Start of Your Baseball Offseason, was originally featured on MikeReinold.com. 

 

It’s been a long summer of baseball and it is time to start thinking about your offseason training … Read more >

3 Exercises to Improve Velocity in Tall Baseball Pitchers

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What did he top out at this weekend? Does that guy consistently throw hard? What was his velo?

You can guarantee to hear these questions at our facility on Monday after a weekend of baseball, and velocity will continue to … Read more >

A Daily Mental Practice for Baseball Players

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This is not football, basketball or hockey – it’s baseball.  And of the four “major” sports in the United States, baseball is by far the most mentally challenging and demanding.

Demanding, because there is so much dead time compared to … Read more >

Visual and Reactive Training for the Baseball Athlete

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Baseball is a game of multiple, quick decisions that must be made in a short amount of time. It is also a game that demands great eye-hand coordination and depth perception.

A hitter must spot the pitch, pick up the … Read more >